Palace sign Canada forward Larisey

Crystal Palace have signed Canada international forward Clarissa Larisey on a two-and-a-half-year deal.

The 25-year-old arrives from Swedish club BK Hacken where she scored 20 goals in 65 appearances.

Larisey is Crystal Palace's first recruit of the January window, although she is unlikely to be involved in the side's trip to Arsenal on Sunday.

"I got to talk to Laura [Kaminski] and to Grace [Williams], and it was great, said Larisey.

"They were super excited and were telling me all about the programme and how great Palace is, so I couldn't turn down this opportunity," said Larisey.

"I'm really excited to play here, play with the best – and play for Palace."

The arrival will be welcome news to boss Laura Kaminski after Jorja Fox, Brooke Aspin and Poppy Pritchard all returned to their parent clubs after spending the first half of the season on loan with the club.

Kaminski said: "Clarissa is a really exciting talent, and we're delighted to have her join us. She brings great experience at a crucial time for the team."