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Sarah Gibb is our first signing of the summer. 

After coming through the ranks at Glasgow City, centre-midfielder Gibb was promoted to the first-team squad last summer.

She went on to make 10 appearances last season for eventual league winners City.

“I’m absolutely delighted to have signed with Motherwell,” Sarah Gibb said.

“The opportunity to work with Paul, Leanne and all the other staff at the club was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down.

“I’m so excited to meet all the girls and get to know them. I’m looking forward to having a very successful season together and have really great moments as a team.”

Gibb was part of the U19s side that took part in the Under 19s League Cup Final in 2022 and has lifted silverware at Under 15s National Performance Level.

‘I’m pleased to get Sarah’s deal over the line,” head coach Paul Brownlie added.

“We’ve worked extremely hard over the summer to add quality to the squad and Sarah will provide further quality.

“A very talented young player, who we identified very early who has real experiences coming through at Glasgow City.”

Matty Connelly, Ewan Wilson and Sam Campbell have all agreed new contracts with the club. 

Connelly, who spent the second half of the season on loan at Stranraer, has penned a deal which will see him remain at the club until the summer of 2024.

Also penning a contract until next summer is left-back Ewan Wilson.

Wilson was on loan at Albion Rovers last season, making 22 appearances in the process.

Sam Campbell has signed a short-term deal for the upcoming season.

The centre-back picked up a significant knee injury in the summer and missed the majority of the 22/23 season.

Fully recovered, the 18-year-old will look to kick on this season as he aims to make his debut in the claret and amber.

“To get the boys signed up is something I was keen for,” manager Stuart Kettlewell said.

“This club has a long history of bringing through young players, carving them into good footballers and making them better people for it.

“We have high hopes for Matty, Ewan and Sam and we will now work closely with them to try and aid their development.”

Calum Butcher will remain sidelined for the start of the new season and will miss a number of weeks thereafter. 

The English defender was signed in February and was instrumental in a turnaround of fortunes at Fir Park.

Butcher won the coaches’ player of the year award at the end of the 2022/23 season.

However, he picked up a foot injury against Livingston in the penultimate game of last season.

Coming off injured and since undergoing an operation, Butcher now faces a spell on the sidelines as he begins his recovery.

We wish Calum well for his recovery and look forward to seeing him back on the pitch.

Kevin van Veen has joined Eerste Divisie side FC Groningen for an undisclosed fee. 

The Dutch striker, who joined in the summer 2021 from Scunthorpe on a free transfer, has played 83 games for the claret and amber, scoring 40 times and makes the switch to the Netherlands.

Breaking the all-time club record of scoring in 11 consecutive games, Van Veen scored 29 goals in the 22/23 campaign and will go down in the Motherwell FC history books.

Following an initial approach we received some weeks ago and after a number of discussions with the player and his representatives, at a Board meeting last week, the Club reluctantly agreed to sell Kevin van Veen to Dutch side Groningen.

Our strong preference was to retain Van Veen but it became clear that the club was not in a financial position to make a new contract proposal to Kevin that was competitive with what he was being offered by Groningen or to turn down the significant fee we were able to negotiate for a player with only a year remaining on his current contract.

The Club has always been clear that revenue from player trading is required to ensure we are financially stable over the medium and long term.

“Of course, we are disappointed to be losing a player of Kevin’s quality,” Stuart Kettlewell said.

“His effort in my time here has been exceptional and I appreciate his hard work.

“I have a great relationship with Kevin and know how much he loved his time here. I sincerely hope he has a successful time with Groningen and wish him all the best.

“Now, we face a difficult task to replace Kevin but we are working very hard behind the scenes to take this club forward.”

“Leaving Motherwell has been a really difficult decision,” Kevin van Veen added.

“From the day I arrived, I felt loved and I felt at home.

“It has been emotional and a privilege to feel the support from all the fans since day one. From having my own song, to the banners, this has been a special time of my life and I’ll never forget it.

“Breaking the records is one of my biggest accomplishments to date but more importantly, I hope in doing so, repaid the fans for their support.

“I’ll be following Motherwell from now on, every week, and I’ll look back fondly on my time here.

“Thanks for the memories and I’ll miss you all. I am in love….”

Motherwell Football Club wants to thank Kevin for his efforts at Fir Park and wish him the very best going forward.

We can offer the following squad update following the conclusion of the 2022/23 SWPL campaign. 

Players who remain at the club:

• Emily Mutch
• Katie Andrews
• Lauren Doran-Barr
• Georgie Rafferty
• Chelsie Watson
• Jo Addie
• Murron Cunningham
• Amy Anderson
• Kodie Hay
• Katie Rice
• Lucy Ronald
• Gill Inglis
• Leanne Crichton
• Louisa Boyes
• Carla Boyce
• Lori Gardner
• Kaela McDonald-Nguah

Players leaving club:

• Emma Lawton
• Jemma Hughes
• Kerri Halpin
• Summer Keenan

Returning to parent club:

• Niamh Noble – Glasgow City
• Tiree Burchill – Celtic
• Kayla Jardine – Rangers

The club wants to thank every player departing for their efforts at Motherwell and wish them the very best going forward.

Tickets for our 2023/24 Viaplay Cup opener against Elgin City are now on sale. 

Adult tickets cost £12, while concessions are £6.

Tickets can be purchased online, with step-by-step instructions for supporters.

For a disabled ticket, a concessionary ticket should be purchased on Fanbase with entry via gate 4 on the day.  The carer goes free.

We have been allocated 1,000 tickets at Borough Briggs.

We will take on Longa ’30 in our second friendly match during our one-week trip to Holland. 

The match will take place on Friday 30 June, with kick-off at 7pm local time (6pm U.K time).

The game takes place at HMC ’17, Looweg 25 in Harreveld.

Supporters are welcome to attend the match, with entry free of charge.

Longa play in the Vierde Divisie in Holland and this friendly match will be their first fixture of the new season. 

Our other friendly match takes place on Tuesday 27 June against HSC Haaksbergen at Groot Scholtenhagen stadium.

Entry is free for supporters.

Kick off is 7.30pm local time (6.30pm U.K time).

Striker Jon Obika has signed a one-year contract with the club, subject to international clearance, with an option of a further year. 

Obika joined in January 2023, initially on loan from Morecambe, and went on to make 10 appearances in the claret and amber, scoring one goal.

The 32-year-old missed seven games last season due to a hamstring injury but was back fit for the last three games.

“Having been here last season, I was really eager to come back again this season,” Jon Obika said.

“I thrive when I work in a professional environment and feel that’s when I can get the best out of me. This club has high standards in abundance and I’m fully committed for the campaign ahead.

“There is a real feel-good factor at the club and I’m looking forward to trying to create a successful season together.”

Jon Obika becomes Stuart Kettlewell’s first 2023 summer signing and is looking forward to working with the striker once again.

“Jon has impressed me with his attitude and application since I arrived,” Stuart Kettlewell added.

“He picked up a hamstring injury when we played Ross County in Dingwall. He picked the knock up in the first few minutes of the game but continued to fight and help the team towards a massive win on the road.

“That’s the type of character he is and I’m delighted we can keep him at the club.”

Membership of the Well Society has now passed the 3600-mark, with newcomers signing up from afar afield as Nashville, Tennessee.

American radio host Chris Chilvers has been watching the Well and couldn’t wait to become part of the club’s story. He said: “I’ve been taking in the games via the Paramount Streaming services that made the games available over the pond. I just fell in love with Motherwell.”

Chris is one of 20 members living in the US. He’s looking forward to receiving his welcome pack and hanging his Well Society certificate up in the radio booth. He’ll help get the message across the airwaves to his listeners too, boosting the overseas contingent of members.

Sisters Anna and Thea were our newest Junior Steel members to join up. They love MFC, enjoy the games and want a shot at being match day mascots, a chance all Junior Steel members have through our regular draw.

As well as receiving a welcome pack and other benefits, Society members have the opportunity to help shape the club and get involved.

Tom Feely, co-chair of the Society, said: “I’m delighted to reach this number, now we set the next target of another 100 members by the end of the year. Collectively we can do so much more. Thank you to everyone who continues to contribute and welcome to all the new members on board.”

Find out more about membership by contacting the Well Society.

Join here.

More information of Junior Steel membership is here.

We currently have jobs available in the commercial, ticketing and hospitality departments.

COMMERCIAL

Job title: Commercial Assistant
Reporting line: Commercial Director
Department: Commercial
Location: Fir Park Stadium
Contract: Full-time, permanent

THE ROLE
A unique opportunity has arisen to join the Commercial department of Motherwell Football Club as Commercial Assistant.
The full-time position will be based at Fir Park Stadium and the purpose of the role is to support the club’s day-to-day commercial operation. This is a fast-paced role and will require the working of home matchdays.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
Identifying and approaching new business leads both over the phone and face to face
· Confident cold caller with the skills to reach decision makers.
· Assisting Commercial Director with fulfilment of partner rights as and when required including matchday activation.
· Selling of hospitality-based sponsorship opportunities, hospitality, social media and stadium assets
· Development of bespoke sponsorship and advertising proposals to suit needs of individual companies.

THE CANDIDATE
The candidate attributes include:
An understanding of Motherwell Football Club, Scottish football, and football in general
Experience of a similar role would be advantageous.
Be motivated to be successful, both as an individual and as part of a team
Willingness to work matchdays and events.
Strong entrepreneurial skills and ability to spot opportunities for revenue generation.
Outgoing and enthusiastic
A passion for football
A flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to work matchdays and evenings when required.

APPLICATION
If you feel you can contribute to the success of Motherwell Football Club, please email your CV and cover letter to commercial@motherwellfc.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2023.

Hospitality and Functions

Department: Hospitality
Location: Fir Park Stadium
Contract: Part time, flexible, weekend

THE ROLE
Part-time bar and waiting staff for our busy hospitality areas on match day and weekend functions. We are looking for fun, enthusiastic, confident and passionate people who are hard-working who can work flexible shifts.

Ideal candidates will have experience in the hospitality trade and be available to work most weekends.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to hospitality@motherwellfc.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2023.

Ticketing

Department: Ticketing
Location: Fir Park Stadium
Contract: Part time, flexible, weekend

THE ROLE
Matchday Ticket Administrator to help assist our busy Ticket Office on a match day, ensuring a professional and welcoming service for all visitors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
·     To operate and assist on any ticketing sales through Ticketmaster.
·     Provide a high level of customer service.
·     To operate the telephones
·     To be responsible for cash and card transactions made in the office.

Training will be provided.

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to: commercial@motherwellfc.co.uk

Closing date for applications is 3rd July 2023