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Brighton’s FA Cup semi-final hero makes surprise departure following emotional decision to return to former club

Nadine Noordam
Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club

02.07.26, 12:14 Updated 02.07.26, 12:53 3 Minute Read

Annabel Bassett

Annabel Bassett

Brighton midfielder Nadine Noordam has made the decision to leave the club following her arrival in January 2025. The Dutchwoman made a total of 39 appearances during her short spell with the Seagulls.

Last campaign, the 27-year-old found herself competing against Fran Kirby for the No. 10 position, with the latter often given the nod over Noordam in the starting XI. Noordam, however, remained a constant presence within the side, featuring in all of Albion’s 22 Women’s Super League fixtures.

Across those league appearances, the 27-year-old recorded five assists – the most of any Albion player. A duo of assists came during a 4-1 victory over Leicester City last November, with Noordam’s loose touch allowing Maelys Mpomé to strike before she later laid the ball back to Marisa Olislagers for the left-back to convert.

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