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Liverpool Women have made a major statement of intent in the summer transfer window with the signing of Spanish central midfielder Natalia Ramos from CD Tenerife Femenino. The 27-year-old’s arrival on Merseyside subject to visa approval and international clearance marks the sixth new addition of a busy summer for manager Gareth Taylor as he continues to rebuild the squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Ramos spent almost her entire senior career with her hometown club in Tenerife, aside from a brief spell at Levante in 2017/18 where she played alongside her twin sister, Noelia. Having amassed over 200 appearances for Las Guerreras, she established herself as an indispensable figure and a fan favorite over the past decade. A standout campaign in Liga F Ramos arrives on Merseyside on the back of arguably the finest season of her career. In 2025/26, she scored 10 goals and provided 5 assists in 30 appearances, steering Tenerife to a impressive fourth-place finish in Liga F matching the joint-best finish in the club’s modern history. Only five players scored more goals in Spain’s top flight last term, putting her in elite company alongside Barcelona stars Clàudia Pina and Ewa Pajor, as well as former Reds favorite Caroline Weir. Beyond her goal contributions, Ramos delivered numbers that underline her quality as a complete, box-to-box midfielder: - 6 big chances created - 1.9 key passes per match - 2.8 tackles won per 90 minutes Described by Spanish football commentators as “one of the best in Liga F last season” and “a key piece” for Tenerife, her international pedigree includes representing Spain at Under-17 and Under-19 levels. Notably, she was part of the Spanish squad that won the 2017 UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship in Northern Ireland. Taking the number 6 shirt Ramos has officially been handed the No. 6 shirt at Liverpool. The jersey was most recently worn during the second half of last season by Irish international Denise O’Sullivan before her move to NWSL side Gotham FC. The first look ?? pic.twitter.com/ybWSkGcUfa — Liverpool FC Women (@LiverpoolFCW) August 6, 2026 Speaking after completing her move to the AXA Melwood Training Centre, Ramos made no secret of her delight: “I’m really, really happy. I’m very excited to achieve this new step in my life and I’m very grateful for this new opportunity. For me, it was a very easy decision. I feel very happy and privileged to take this shirt and sign for this club.” "I'm very grateful for this new opportunity in my life." ?? Watch or read Natalia Ramos' first interview as a Red: — Liverpool FC Women (@LiverpoolFCW) August 6, 2026 Gareth Taylor’s Summer Overhaul After a challenging campaign that saw Liverpool finish second-bottom in the Women’s Super League, Gareth Taylor and the club’s recruitment team have moved swiftly to overhaul the squad. Ramos brings much-needed midfield dominance, composure, and tactical experience to a young group looking to push up the WSL table. She becomes the sixth summer signing through the doors at Melwood, joining: - Mao Itamura - Vivien Endemann - Sara Agrez - Mari Ward - Khiara Keating What comes next? Ramos will quickly link up with her new teammates as pre-season preparations step up. Liverpool have three behind-closed-doors friendlies scheduled over the coming weeks before opening their doors to supporters for a public friendly against Durham at St Helens on Sunday, August 30. Ramos will be hoping to make her competitive debut when Liverpool start their 2026/27 WSL campaign away against Charlton Athletic at The Valley on Sunday, September 6.