Signed Barcelona Deal but Had Stroke at Just 24 Years Old

Ellie Roebuck is an English women’s footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for La Liga club Barcelona. Born on 28 October 1997 in Coventry, she joined the Arsenal Ladies academy at the age of five and made her debut for their reserve team in September 2014.

Roebuck was part of the England women’s national team from August to December 2015, during which time she played six matches. She later joined Manchester City FC WFC where she featured prominently as a key player. However, on 6 March 2023, she announced that her season with Manchester City would end following medical advice regarding a pre-existing knee injury.

In December 2019, Roebuck signed for Spanish club Barcelona, making history by becoming the first English women’s goalkeeper to join La Liga. She has represented England at senior level and is eligible to play for Scotland as well due to her maternal heritage from Dundee-born footballer Susan Russell-James.

Roebuck holds British nationality and has a strong connection with the sport of football. Despite facing challenges such as medical setbacks, she continues to pursue her passion in professional women’s football. Her career highlights include playing alongside renowned international players like Jill Scott and Keira Walsh during her time at Manchester City.

As Ellie Roebuck progresses through various stages of her professional journey, she remains a significant figure within English womens football circles.