Eni Aluko appointed Aston Villa women sporting director

Eni Aluko retired from football last week - Sportsfile
Eni Aluko retired from football last week - Sportsfile

Eni Aluko has been appointed as Aston Villa's women's first sporting director.

The former England striker takes up the post a week after announcing her retirement.

"I feel it's something that I'm ready for at this point in my career," said Aluko.

Villa are currently top of the Women's Championship.

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