The Newcastle Jets are pleased to announce the signing of Switzerland international defender Lorena Baumann for the 2023/24 A-League Women’s season.
A defender by trade, Baumann joins the Jets with an impressive CV.
The 26 year old fullback has previously played for Switzerland top teams FC Zürich Frauen, FC Neunkirch, FC St Gallen, Throttur Reykjavik in Iceland and SF Damaiense in Portugal.
Baumann has also represented Switzerland at U17 and U19 level before making her full senior international debut in 2019.
Across her career, Baumann has won six Swiss Championship titles along with five Swiss Cup titles while also featuring regularly in the UEFA Women’s Champions League competition.
Baumann is excited to join the Jets this season.
“I’m very excited to sign with Newcastle for the upcoming season. I have always wanted to play in Australia and I’m happy to be here.
I can’t wait to get started with my new teammates and have a really successful season with Gary and the team.”
