‘I had nothing to lose’ - England star Jordan Nobbs opens up on switch from Arsenal to Aston…

WHAT THEY SAID: "It was a risk to a certain extent but with the limited game-time I was getting, I had nothing to lose as well," Nobbs told reporters. "Naturally, there were a lot of tears and it was difficult to leave a club that I loved and owe a lot to. But when it comes to wanting to drive towards another major tournament, I think I had to do everything possible. As long as I knew I tried my best, I’d have been comfortable with any outcome."

Despite making her debut for the Lionesses 10 years ago, Nobbs has struggled to make an impact at major tournaments, missing both the 2019 World Cup and the 2022 Euros due to knee injuries. Asked how those struggles have shaped her, Nobbs said: "It’s hard to say if your mentality changes because I’ve always wanted to win, I’ve always wanted to train and play hard.

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"I think it makes you resilient. If I look back and think about what I’ve been through, I’m still here fighting. You can come through a lot in the game. It’s not just me - there are plenty of players in football who have been through a lot. It’s that ‘never give up’ attitude."

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Nobbs will go to the World Cup this summer looking to make a first appearance at a major tournament since the 2017 Euros. It's likely that she'll act as an impact sub, capable of playing any role in midfield, and she can certainly make a difference for England with her high quality attributes.