London City Lionesses have confirmed that young goalkeeper Emily Orman will spend the upcoming campaign on loan at Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 23-year-old moves to the Midlands to join Wolves as they prepare for the top tier.
What the move means locally
Orman's link with Reading supporters is recent and direct: she spent the 2023–24 season on loan in Berkshire, gaining first-team minutes and experience in competitive matches. Her departure from London City on a temporary basis will be watched by local fans who saw her at the Select Car Leasing Stadium, and by those tracking the progress of players developed through the Chelsea academy system.
Player background and experience
Orman is a Chelsea academy product and has represented England at various youth levels, including U17, U19 and U23. Before joining London City, she had loan spells at Crystal Palace and Reading, and was part of Chelsea’s squad during their successful seasons at domestic level. Last season she featured regularly for London City, contributing to their rise into the top-flight.
- Age: 23
- Parent club: London City Lionesses
- Loan destination: Wolverhampton Wanderers (season-long)
- Previous Reading loan: 2023–24
Form and fitness context
Orman played a significant role in London City's promotion campaign, making the majority of her appearances in the year that secured advancement. She was part of a defensive unit that produced a lengthy unbeaten run in league fixtures. The following season, she missed some early matches through injury but retained her reputation as a developing goalkeeper with senior and international match exposure.
Practical implications for Reading fans
For local followers, this move is a reminder of the player pathways linking Reading, London City and the wider women's game. Supporters who watched Orman during her loan at Reading will be interested to see whether regular minutes at Wolves in the Women’s Super League Two environment further her development and whether she returns to London City with added experience.
| Season | Club (loan/parent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021–22 | Crystal Palace (loan) | Early professional experience |
| 2023–24 | Reading (loan) | First-team appearances in Berkshire |
| 2025–26 | London City Lionesses | Part of promotion-winning squad |
| 2026–27 | Wolverhampton Wanderers (loan) | Season-long loan |
London City have offered their best wishes to Orman as she embarks on this next step. For Reading’s community of players, coaches and supporters, the move illustrates the fluid nature of development loans and provides a local narrative to follow as the new season unfolds.
