Birmingham sign Northern Ireland defender McKenna

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McKenna has won 43 caps for Northern Ireland

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Birmingham City have signed Northern Ireland defender Rebecca McKenna on a two-year deal.

The 23-year-old, who has won 43 caps for her country, left fellow Championship side Charlton Athletic after the expiration of her contract.

She made 25 appearances for the Addicks last season, featuring in all 22 league games as they finished second.

McKenna previously had spells at Lewes, Linfield - where she won three Women's Premiership titles in a row - and Glentoran.

"I want to get in and get going now. I am excited to get to know the girls. For the long term this club is what it’s about," she told the Birmingham City website.