After spending four years in our Academy between her Under-10 and Under-14 seasons, Lauren returned to Chelsea from Manchester United in the summer of 2021.

She has become a key figure for the Blues and for England in the years since, scoring crucial, match-winning goals and lifting plenty of silverware along the way.

Today, it was confirmed that LJ has signed a new contract with Chelsea that will keep her at the club until 2030. She couldn't be happier.

'I'm over the moon to have signed a new contract with Chelsea,' said the Chelsea No.10. 'It’s been my club since I was young, so I’m really pleased to have extended my stay here.

'I can’t wait to make more memories, hopefully have more success and win more trophies with this amazing club.'

At only 24 years old, you suspect the best is still to come from LJ. However, she has already achieved so much in her career, and we have put together a special gallery below that celebrates her successes so far.