Record-Breaking Deal: Chelsea Set to Sign Naomi Girma for $1.1M

Chelsea are on the brink of making history in women’s football with a groundbreaking move for San Diego Wave defender Naomi Girma. According to The Athletic, the Blues have agreed on a record-smashing $1.1 million transfer fee for the 24-year-old USWNT star.

If the deal is finalized, Girma will become the first-ever player in women’s football history to command a $1 million-plus transfer fee, signaling a monumental shift in the game’s financial landscape.

Girma’s move to London not only strengthens Chelsea’s defense but also underscores the club’s ambition to dominate women’s football globally. With this landmark signing, Chelsea are sending a powerful message about the growing value and influence of women’s football on the world stage.