Jess Park is aiming to showcase her Manchester United form for England. The 24-year-old has impressed in the Women’s Super League since her move from Manchester City to Manchester United.
Park’s performances have put her in contention for England’s upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifiers. England will face Ukraine in Turkey on Tuesday, without Ella Toone and Beth Mead.
Park’s Move to Manchester United
Park’s move from Manchester City to Manchester United occurred on transfer deadline day last September, with Grace Clinton moving the other way. This season, Park has settled in quickly at United. She has scored six goals and assisted four in 16 WSL matches this season.
Park has also scored two goals in five Women’s Champions League starts. Her goal against Atletico Madrid secured United’s place in the quarter-finals.
Former England striker Ellen White said Park has been a great addition to United. White added that Park seems a completely different player and looks happy in her new environment.
Ready for England
“I’ve enjoyed my football since going to United. I think you can see that on the pitch, I’m expressing myself and I’m feeling confident,” said Park.
“The change is what I needed to develop my football and that’s what has happened and it’s gone the right way.
“For me, it’s just focusing on what’s next. I’m here [with England], I’m ready to train and I’m ready to play wherever I’m asked.”
Skinner’s View
United manager Marc Skinner said he did not need to campaign for Park to get more game time with England, as her performances speak for themselves.
“The one thing we just need to be careful of, is that the international scene is different,” said Skinner.
“Sarina Wiegman will play her around the players she has, so we can’t be lazy in that context. But if anyone can bring the best out of her, then it’s Sarina and England.
“I hope she does because I want to be excited. We’ll keep working towards Jess being in that space for England because I’m sure you would be excited as well.”
Park’s form has put herself into selection contention for England’s upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifiers.