Chelsea has made more history with United States women’s national team players, with a reported $1.3 million agreement in place for Angel City forward Alyssa Thompson.
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The Blues confirmed the signing of the 20-year-old Thompson on Friday. The Athletic reports that Chelsea will pay at least $1.3 million with the potential for add-ons in what was initially expected to be a world-record deal before London City signed Grace Geyoro from PSG.
Chelsea broke the transfer record to sign Naomi Girma from the San Diego Wave last season on a reported $1.1 million transfer. Fellow USWNT forward Catarina Macario is also on the books at Chelsea.
Alyssa Thompson to Chelsea: What does transfer mean for USWNT star?
Thompson scored six times with two assists in 16 NWSL games this season, and she has three goals in 22 caps for the USWNT. She’ll be expected to shine immediately for a team with aims of winning every single competition — especially the one it’s yet to claim.
Chelsea wouldn’t have to go far for feedback on Thompson (and Girma), as longtime Blues boss Emma Hayes is the USWNT coach.
New boss Sonia Bompastor boasts an incredible record at Chelsea, having won the Women’s Super League, FA Cup, and League Cup in her first season. But the Blues are still chasing an elusive first Women’s Champions League and Thompson’s acquisition again speaks to that aim and ambition.
Alyssa’s sister Gisele Thompson, 19, also plays for Angel City and has four caps.
