Manchester City has officially announced the signing of Canadian defender Jade Rose on a four-year contract. The 22-year-old, who previously played for Harvard University, is set to wear the number four shirt for the Cityzens.

Jade Rose brings versatility to the team, capable of playing both as a center-back and a full-back. Since her senior debut in 2021, she has earned 28 caps for the Canadian national team. "I'm just super excited to get started. I'm ready to win the Champions Leagues, to win every trophy that's out there," Rose said in her first interview with the club.

Rose's journey to Manchester City includes stints at Unionville-Milliken SC, NDC Ontario, and FC Premier Women. She joined Harvard for the 2021-22 school year, emphasizing the importance of education in her life. "I chose Harvard because education has always been a massive part of my life, my journey. I think having something to fall back on as a women's footballer is important and because it's something I value," she explained.

Manchester City finished fourth in the Women's Super League (WSL) last season, trailing champions Chelsea by 17 points. Chelsea also knocked City out of the Women's Champions League in the quarter-finals. Rose is eager to contribute to City's ambitions in the WSL, stating, "The WSL is an incredibly competitive league, which I'm extremely excited for. Some of the top footballers in the world play here and I'm excited to not only play here but also train with and compete against them."

Therese Sjogran, City's women's director of football, expressed her enthusiasm about the new signing: "Jade is a talented young player we've been monitoring for a while now and we're delighted to bring her in. She arrives here with an incredible amount of experience under her belt for club and country, and she will certainly have the opportunity to showcase her skills here at City."

The WSL transfer window opened on 18 June and will close on 4 September 2025 at 23:00 BST. This signing marks a significant step for Manchester City as they aim to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.