Chelsea Agree Deal to Sign USWNT Star Alyssa Thompson from Angel City

Chelsea Set to Secure U.S. Star Alyssa Thompson from Angel City Amid Transfer Deadline Drama

Chelsea Women are on the brink of completing a high-profile acquisition: 20-year-old U.S. international Alyssa Thompson from Angel City FC. Reports confirm a verbal agreement is in place, with terms falling just under £1 million (approximately $1.3 million) — positioning the deal among the most expensive in women’s football.

Thompson, a dynamic winger and a rising talent for the U.S. Women’s National Team, has already passed her medical and agreed to a five-year contract with Chelsea. The move is set to be finalized before the WSL transfer deadline, signalling Chelsea’s firm push to bolster their squad.

While the upfront fee reportedly won’t break the current women’s football record — held by Orlando Pride’s $1.5M move for Lizbeth Ovalle — the deal could still hit that landmark figure once performance-related add-ons are included.

Angel City and the NWSL were reluctant to lose one of their brightest talents. Thompson’s absence from recent matches amid intense speculation underscores her imminent exit from the U.S. league. Her departure comes at a crucial moment, with Angel City just outside playoff contention.

If the transfer goes through, Chelsea stack another major U.S. talent into a squad already rich in international pedigree. With key forwards sidelined — Mayra Ramírez is out until 2026, and Sam Kerr has just recovered from injury — Thompson’s arrival provides timely reinforcement.

For Thompson, this move represents a significant milestone in her burgeoning career. A former No. 1 overall pick in the NWSL Draft and now an established USWNT contributor with over 20 caps, joining a leading WSL club underscores her growing global profile.

What’s Next?

Finalizing the Deal: Chelsea and Angel City must complete paperwork before the transfer window shuts at 11 p.m. BST on September 4.
Impact on Chelsea: Thompson adds depth, pace, and a fresh dynamic to an attack hungry for silverware, especially in the Champions League.
Angel City’s Challenge: Losing their star could derail playoff hopes — unless they reinvest the potential transfer fee effectively.
Broader Implications: This transfer highlights the rapidly ascending financial stakes in women’s football, as clubs across leagues compete for top-tier talent.