The Blues have formally declared the acquisition of American international Alyssa Thompson, marking a significant transaction in the current trading period.
The 20-year-old forward has committed to the current Women’s Super League titleholders, transferring from Angel City FC on a five-year agreement for an original sum understood to be approximately £1.1m. The overall figure could reach a record-breaking amount upon the fulfillment of certain conditions.
Earlier in the day, London City Lionesses set a new global transfer benchmark by securing Grace Geyoro from Paris Saint-Germain for £1.4m.
The agreement was completed in the final hours of the trading period, following Thompson’s journey to London for a medical assessment. The necessary documents were finalized shortly before the deadline.
Chelsea moved quickly to bolster their offensive capabilities, ensuring the highly regarded forward would become an integral part of Sonia Bompastor’s team for the upcoming season.
Thompson’s arrival is consistent with Chelsea’s strategy of blending seasoned veterans with promising young players. The club, which secured all domestic titles last season, is aiming to improve this year by including the Women’s Champions League to their list of achievements.
The American joins an offensive unit that already includes Sam Kerr, Lauren James, and Catarina Macario, providing the Blues with notable depth and adaptability in attacking positions.
For Angel City, Thompson’s exit signifies the departure of one of their most promising young talents. She had rapidly emerged as a key player for the NWSL team after being selected first overall in the 2023 draft. Her sale creates a void as the club vies for a play-off spot, although the substantial fee will offer valuable resources for acquiring new players.
Thompson is recognized as one of the most exciting talents in women’s football, and her transfer to Chelsea underscores both her personal goals and the increasing level of financial commitment in the women’s game. Her addition adds further interest to a WSL season that promises to be more fiercely contested than ever before.
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