Chloe Kelly has accused Manchester City trying to “assassinate my character” following her deadline day move to Arsenal. England international Kelly, 27, will spend the remainder of the season in north London after finalising a loan move on Thursday evening.

Chloe Kelly has accused Manchester City of character assassination and false accusations as she sought a move away from the club in the January transfer window.

Man Citys Chloe Kelly joins Arsenal on loan until end of season after dramatic move on WSL Deadline Day; Manchester United had also been in the running to sign the 27-year-old before Thursdays 11pm deadline;