“One chapter has ended. I’ve decided to step away from Salford City Lionesses,” Justin Elliott wrote on social media, announcing her departure from the club co-owned by Manchester United legend Gary Neville, Xports News reported.
The 24-year-old goalkeeper, who joined Salford this summer, added that she was grateful for the experience and looked forward to the next chapter, though she did not disclose her reasons for leaving or her next destination. The Sun reported the news on July 7, describing Elliott as a glamorous footballer who enjoys wearing bikinis.
Elliott’s Departure Follows Chester Match Absence
Elliott did not feature in Salford’s 6-4 victory over Chester on the 1st, and days later she confirmed she had left the team. During her brief spell, she made an early appearance in which she flung herself to deny a free kick from opponent Carmen Culbert.
A Career Built Across Northwest Clubs
Before joining Salford, Elliott played for Accrington Stanley, Blackburn Rovers and Crewe Alexandra, and came through the youth ranks at Blackburn. She also spent one season with Manchester United.
Social Media Following Draws Attention
Alongside her playing career, Elliott has built a substantial online following of more than 90,000 people, posting match photos and everyday content. Bikini pictures and costume photos — including a Halloween Buzz Lightyear outfit and a police officer costume — have drawn particularly strong reactions from fans, who responded to her departure with messages wishing her success in her next challenge.
Elliott’s exit marks the end of her time at Salford, a club co-owned by an ownership group that includes Neville, leaving her next move unconfirmed.