Free transfer for Watford: Welsh striker Phoebie Poole arrives

22‑year‑old Welsh international forward Phoebie Poole has joined Watford on a free transfer, the club announced this evening. The move brings the forward back to England after leaving Plymouth Argyle at the end of last season. Poole becomes Watford’s sixth signing of the summer window.

WSL Full-Time received the news via an official club press release from The Golden Girls this evening. The statement confirmed the free‑transfer deal and highlighted Poole’s status as a Welsh international. Watford’s women’s side issued the announcement through its standard communication channels.

The 22‑year‑old joins Watford after departing Plymouth Argyle when her contract expired at the close of the previous season. Her exit from the Pilgrims follows a productive spell in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division. Watford secured her without a transfer fee.

During her season with Plymouth Argyle, Poole netted seven goals in 19 league outings as the Pilgrims pushed Watford throughout the title race. Her contributions helped the side remain competitive in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division. The tally demonstrated her consistency at this level.

Poole’s career began at Barry Town United before she was snapped up by Cardiff City, where she scored almost a goal per game for the Bluebirds. Subsequent moves saw her feature for Cheltenham Town and then Oxford United, where her goal‑scoring exploits again attracted attention. She returned to Plymouth Argyle last summer, adding further experience in the Southern Premier Division.

On the international stage, Poole has earned two caps for Wales and made her senior debut for the Red Dragons in April. Her appearances underline her growing reputation at the national level. The forward now aims to translate her international experience into the Barclays WSL2 campaign.

Poole’s arrival adds depth to Watford’s attacking options as the club prepares for the upcoming WSL2 season. The free‑transfer signing reflects the club’s strategy of bolstering the squad with proven talent without incurring transfer costs.