Deanna Cooper

Deanna Rose Cooper (born 20 June 1993) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Women's Super League 2 club Burnley.

Football career

London Bees Cooper played for London Bees during the 2016 FA WSL season. Playing primarily as a centre back defender, she scored 1 goal in her 11 appearances for the club. During the first round of the 2016 FA WSL Cup, she scored an equaliser against former champions Chelsea which resulted in a penalty shootout and win for the Bees.

Chelsea Cooper signed with Chelsea in February 2017. In March 2018, she signed a two-year extension with Chelsea.

Reading On 17 July 2020, Reading announced the signing of Cooper. On 7 July 2022, Reading announced that Cooper had signed a new two-year contract with the club.

Newcastle United On 5 July 2024, Newcastle United announced the signing of Cooper upon the expiration of her contract at Reading.

In June 2026, Newcastle announced that Cooper would depart the club at the end of the 2025–26 WSL 2 season.

Burnley In July 2026, Cooper joined Burnley on a two-year contract with the option to extend for a further 12 months.

Career statistics

Club

Honours Chelsea FA WSL: 2017, 2019-20 FA Women's League Cup: 2019-20

Cricket career Cooper played cricket for Kent between 2008 and 2016, playing as a right-arm medium bowler and right-handed batter. She also played for England Academy and in the Super Fours. She retired from cricket after sustaining an injury.