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Crystal Palace Sign Nigerian Goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor
The 21-year-old joins the Eagles on a two-year deal after a season at Portsmouth.
Nigeria international goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor has signed a two-year deal with Crystal Palace Women, as announced on Thursday.
The 21-year-old joins Palace after spending last season at Portsmouth. She started her career at the Brighton & Hove Albion Academy and had loan spells at Hibernian and Plymouth Argyle.
Upon arriving at the Eagles, Erhabor expressed excitement, stating, "It feels fantastic to be here. I'm thrilled to begin my journey."
"I'm aspiring to play at the highest level, so this is a really big step in my career."
“I'm aspiring to play at the highest level, so this is a really big step in my career.”
Manager Jo Potter said: "Comfort is a promising young goalkeeper, and we are thrilled to have her here at Palace."
The Nigerian international could make her debut for Crystal Palace Women as early as Sunday, September 6, 2026. This is when the Eagles will kick off their Women's Super League season with a home game against Everton.
Erhabor, born in the Netherlands and raised in England, joined Portsmouth in July 2025. During that time, the player made six appearances for the club across all competitions.
She was part of Nigeria's squad for the recent 2026 Women's African Cup of Nations, having made her debut in February against Cameroon.
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