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Hammers strengthen with signing of defender Flaherty

NEW West Ham signing Gilly Flaherty is aiming for silverware after joining the club today.

Flaherty left Chelsea having spent four years at the Super League and FA Cup champions.

With the Hammers now plying their trade in the Women’s Super League, the 26-year-old’s experience and winning mentality will prove invaluable and Flaherty is keen to start winning games and trophies in East London.

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