The 20-year-old midfielder joins the club from Fortuna Hjorring in her native Denmark, where she played for the last three years in the Elitedivisionen.
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Lundgaard, who will don the number 15 shirt, joins Missy Bo Kearns, Ceri Holland, Razza Roberts, Carla Humphreys, and Rachel Furness in the midfield positions.
I’m delighted we’ve been able to bring her in during the January window and it’s an area we were looking to strengthen in.” Strengthening in that area is necessary if they want to continue on their positive trajectory in the WSL. The 20-year-old Danish player is a youth international for her country, though she has yet to represent on the senior level. “I’ve heard a lot of times that this group is a good group and this is a club with ambitions, and I’m looking forward to being a part of it.” Holland’s previous injury layoff exposed how vulnerable the Reds’ midfield is. [transfer window](http://www.sbnation.com/transfer-rumors).
Liverpool have confirmed the signing of 20-year-old Danish midfielder Sofie Lundgaard from Fortuna Hjorring.
“I’ve heard a lot of times that this group is a good group and this is a club with ambitions, and I’m looking forward to being a part of it. Lundgaard said: “I’m excited, it’s been a pleasure coming here and I’m looking forward to meeting all the girls, getting started and winning some football games. “I’m delighted we’ve been able to bring her in during the January window and it’s an area we were looking to strengthen in.
Liverpool Women have announced the signing of Danish midfielder Sofie Lundgaard from Fortuna Hjorring. The 20-year-old is widely regarded as one of the most ...
I’m delighted we’ve been able to bring her in during the January window and it’s an area we were looking to strengthen in. When I spoke with Russ (Fraser) and Matt (Beard), I had no doubt that this club was a good option for me." I’m a powerful player, I like to play football, can also defend, get good possession and make a lot of goals." [Liverpool ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc-women)after penning a two-and-a-half-year deal [. [HERE](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/win-tickets-premier-league-womens-25899985) [Nicoline Sorensen lifts lid on Everton hope after making 'unreal' Women's Super League return](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-women-flaherty-lionesses-wsl-25707569) [Everton's Lucy Graham gives Brian Sorensen assessment ahead of winter break](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/lucy-graham-brian-sorensen-everton-25781526) [Gilly Flaherty lifts lid on mental health battle, Jill Scott message and Liverpool aim](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-women-flaherty-lionesses-wsl-25707569) [Gemma Bonner returns to Liverpool in 'emotional' signing after four years away](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/gemma-bonner-liverpool-transfer-return-25832463) [New identity, Anfield glory and cup disappointment - Everton Women's season so far](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-women-season-so-far-25882014) [following the return of former captain Gemma Bonner](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/gemma-bonner-liverpool-transfer-return-25832463). Lundgaard is also a Danish youth international, representing her country at Under-15, U17 and U19 level. [Talented Chelsea youngster set for Liverpool exit as loan spell cut short](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/charlotte-wardlaw-returns-to-chelsea-25886498) [Opening day delight, Anfield disappointment and Conti Cup triumphs - Liverpool Women's season so far](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-women-season-so-far-25868570) ](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc-women)The Dane's arrival on Merseyside is particularly welcome following the departure of [Chelsea loanee Charlotte Wardlaw](https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/charlotte-wardlaw-returns-to-chelsea-25886498) and she will bolster the Reds' attacking ranks as they look to ensure their survival in the Women's Super League. "I’ve heard a lot of times that this group is a good group and this is a club with ambitions, and I’m looking forward to being a part of it.
Denmark youth international Sofie Lundgaard has vowed to create goals galore after joining Women's Super League side Liverpool.
"I've heard a lot of times that this is a good group and this is a club with ambition and I'm looking forward to being a part of it. "I've also heard that every team is a good team and every one can beat each other here — I'm excited about that. She said: "I'm excited, it's been a pleasure coming here and I'm looking forward to meeting all the girls, getting started and winning some football games.