Hearts sign Northern Ireland winger Wade

Wade has scored 12 goals in 63 caps for Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland winger Lauren Wade has signed for SWPL side Hearts after leaving Reading.

Wade, who has won 63 caps for NI, has signed a two-year deal with Hearts, who finished fourth last season.

She departed the Royals upon the expiration of her contract, with the club set to play in the fifth tier next season after they withdrew from the Championship.

As well as a spell with Reading, the 30-year-old has had stints at Glentoran, Umea and Glasgow City.

Hearts manager Eva Olid told the club website of her excitement at securing Wade's services

"Lauren is a player with great experience in women’s football and that is crucial for we want to achieve this season," she said.

"She’s a player who will add so much quality to our forward line, but also, she is a real leader both on and off the pitch.

"When we explained the vision that we have here at Hearts, we instantly connected, and I love that."