Transfer rumours
Signings, rumours and confirmed exits across the major women's football leagues.
- Done dealWSL
Shekiera Martinez
West Ham UnitedTottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have signed forward Shekiera Martinez from West Ham United, with the transfer announced on 27 May 2026.
WSL Football4 days ago
- Done dealFrauen-Bundesliga
Caitlin Dijkstra
VfL WolfsburgTottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have signed Dutch defender Caitlin Dijkstra from VfL Wolfsburg, with the transfer confirmed on 27 May 2026. The transfer tracker listed her departure from Wolfsburg as of April 2026.
- Done dealWSL
Constance Picaud
FleuryWest Ham UnitedWest Ham United have signed France international goalkeeper Constance Picaud on a three-year contract from French Première Ligue side Fleury. The 27-year-old, who was capped 14 times by France and featured at the 2025 UEFA Women's Euro, previously played for PSG.
- Re-signedWSL
Sandy Baltimore
ChelseaChelsea have confirmed that Sandy Baltimore has signed a contract extension at the club until the summer of 2030. The 26-year-old French winger joined Chelsea from Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the 2024/25 season.
- Re-signedWSL
Khadija Shaw
Manchester CityManchester City striker and WSL golden boot winner Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw has decided to remain at the club, rejecting a reported £1m-a-year offer from Chelsea to stay with the reigning WSL champions.
Sky Sports5 days ago
- RumourWSL· free
Mapi León
BarcelonaLondon City LionessesOut-of-contract Barcelona defender Mapi León has been approached by London City Lionesses this summer as the club looks to strengthen its squad. She is one of several high-profile free agents targeted by the ambitious WSL side.
- RumourDamallsvenskan· ~£1.5m
Felicia Schroder
BK HäckenChelseaChelsea are pursuing 19-year-old Swedish forward Felicia Schroder from BK Häcken and are prepared to offer around £1.5m — a potential world-record fee — but the player has a contract until 2029 and will play Champions League football at her current club, making a deal challenging.
- RumourWSL· free
Alexia Putellas
BarcelonaLondon City LionessesTwo-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas is leaving Barcelona and has been strongly linked with a move to London City Lionesses on a free transfer. A contract offer has reportedly been on the table for some time and is described as far exceeding Barcelona's offer; the deal is reported to have a 'massive chance' of being finalised.
- RumourWSL
Mary Earps
Paris Saint-GermainLondon City LionessesLondon City Lionesses have approached PSG goalkeeper Mary Earps as part of their summer recruitment plans.
- AgreedWSL· free
Ona Batlle
BarcelonaArsenalA deal to bring Barcelona defender Ona Batlle back to the WSL with Arsenal is reported to have been agreed some time ago, with only official confirmation outstanding. The move would see the Spain international return to English football as a free agent.
- RumourWSL
Selina Cerci
TSG HoffenheimArsenalSelina Cerci, who scored 16 goals for Hoffenheim in the Frauen-Bundesliga this season, has been in discussions with Arsenal. The striker's future remains undecided, with her departure from Hoffenheim confirmed.
- AgreedFrauen-Bundesliga· free
Geraldine Reuteler
Eintracht FrankfurtArsenalSwitzerland midfielder Geraldine Reuteler has agreed to move to Arsenal from Eintracht Frankfurt this summer, ahead of her contract at the German club expiring.
- AgreedWSL· free
Georgia Stanway
Bayern MunichArsenalA deal to bring England international Georgia Stanway from Bayern Munich to Arsenal was agreed some time ago according to Sky Sports, and is now just awaiting official confirmation.
- Done dealWSL
Katie Zelem
London City LionessesWest Ham UnitedWest Ham United have confirmed the permanent signing of England international Katie Zelem on a three-year deal from London City Lionesses. The 30-year-old midfielder had been on loan at West Ham in the second half of the season.
- Done dealFrauen-Bundesliga· free
Sara Agrež
FC KölnLiverpoolLiverpool have agreed to sign Slovenian international centre-back Sara Agrež upon the expiry of her contract with Cologne, with the 25-year-old set to officially join the club on 1 July 2026. She has 57 senior caps for Slovenia and spent the last two and a half years with Cologne.
Liverpool FC10 days ago
- LeavingWSL
Kit Graham
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Kit Graham will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season upon the expiry of her contract.
- RetiredWSL
Lucy Staniforth
Retiring from Aston VillaAston Villa midfielder Lucy Staniforth has announced her retirement from football, bringing an end to an established WSL career.
- LeavingWSL
Luana Buhler
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur confirmed that Swiss defender Luana Buhler will leave the club following the expiry of her contract at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LoanWSL
Wassa Sangare
London City LionessesOL LyonFrench international Wassa Sangare is returning to parent club OL Lyon following her loan spell at London City Lionesses, where she made 22 appearances and scored one goal during the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingWSL
Guro Reiten
Leaving ChelseaChelsea have confirmed that Norwegian winger Guro Reiten will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingWSL
Gemma Evans
Leaving LiverpoolLiverpool have confirmed that Gemma Evans will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season. The defender joined from Manchester United in summer 2024 and made 39 appearances for the club.
- LeavingWSL
Gemma Bonner
Leaving LiverpoolLiverpool have confirmed that club legend Gemma Bonner will leave at the end of the season after becoming the club's record appearance holder across two spells, making 187 appearances and winning the WSL twice.
- LeavingSerie A Femminile
Henrietta Csiszar
Leaving Inter WomenInter Women officially confirmed that captain Henrietta Csiszar will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season, with her contract not being renewed after five seasons. The Hungarian midfielder, class of 1994, made 120 appearances and scored 8 goals for Inter across all competitions.
Tuttomercatoweb16 days ago
- LeavingWSL
Katrina Gorry
Leaving West Ham UnitedWest Ham United have confirmed that captain Katrina Gorry will leave the club at the end of the season. The Australian midfielder joined in January 2024 and made 52 appearances, scoring three times.
- LeavingWSL
Julia Roddar
Leaving London City LionessesLondon City Lionesses have confirmed that Julia Roddar will leave the club this summer. The player has been with LCL since 2024 and featured in 20 of 22 league games this season.
- LeavingWSL
Sam Kerr
Leaving ChelseaChelsea have confirmed that Sam Kerr will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season when her contract expires. The 32-year-old Australian striker departs having scored 115 goals in 157 appearances and won five WSL titles with the club.
- LeavingWSL
Katie McCabe
Leaving ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that Katie McCabe will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season. The Republic of Ireland captain had been at Arsenal since 2015 and departs as one of the leading creators in WSL history.
- RumourPremière Ligue
Nicolas Chabot
FC Nantes (féminines)Olympique de Marseille (féminines)FC Nantes Féminines head coach Nicolas Chabot is reported to be the leading candidate to replace Corinne Diacre at OM Féminines, with La Provence and other outlets reporting he has been approached by Marseille. Chabot is also said to have interest from clubs in Spain, and has not confirmed any move.
Mercato Minute17 days ago
- LeavingPremière Ligue
Tess Laplacette
Leaving Olympique de Marseille (féminines)OM Féminines captain Tess Laplacette officially announced her departure from the club on social media on 14 May 2026, after eight seasons in Marseille. The defender announced her exit following the club's confirmation of Première Ligue survival.
- RumourPremière Ligue
Sylvain Carric
DFCO (féminines)RC Strasbourg Alsace (féminines)Sylvain Carric, who resigned as general manager of Dijon Féminines one month ago, is reported to be set to join RC Strasbourg Féminines in a coaching role. The move is described as likely.
- AgreedFrauen-Bundesliga· €200k
Elisa Senß
Eintracht FrankfurtBayern MunichEintracht Frankfurt officially confirmed that midfielder Elisa Senß will leave at the end of the season. Reports state Bayern Munich are triggering a €200,000 exit clause to bring her in as a replacement for departing Georgia Stanway.
90min.de18 days ago
- LeavingFrauen-Bundesliga· free
Nicole Anyomi
Leaving Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt officially confirmed that striker Nicole Anyomi will leave the club at the end of the 2025/26 season. Reports link her with a move to Paris, with both PSG and Paris FC mentioned as potential destinations.
- Done dealFrauen-Bundesliga
Sophia Kleinherne
Eintracht FrankfurtVfL WolfsburgSophia Kleinherne completed transfer from Eintracht Frankfurt to VfL Wolfsburg for the summer 2026 season.
- LeavingFrauen-Bundesliga· free
Nadine Riesen
Leaving Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt officially confirmed on 14 May 2026 that Nadine Riesen will leave the club this summer. Her destination has not yet been disclosed.
- RumourWSL
Risa Shimizu
Manchester CityLiverpoolLiverpool could explore signing Japan international defender Risa Shimizu on a permanent basis from Manchester City after her successful loan spell at Anfield this season, according to Goal.com.
Goal.com18 days ago
- LoanWSL
Jennifer Falk
HäckenLiverpoolSweden goalkeeper Jennifer Falk joined Liverpool on loan from Häcken in January 2026. Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor is reportedly keen to sign the 33-year-old on a permanent basis as her loan spell nears its end.
- LeavingFrauen-Bundesliga· free
Lineth Beerenstyn
Leaving VfL WolfsburgWolfsburg striker Lineth Beerenstyn has declined to extend her contract and will leave the club in the summer on a free transfer. The Dutch international's future destination has not yet been announced.
Sportschau18 days ago
- Re-signedWSL
Eveliina Ahtinen
TottenhamFinland international midfielder Eveliina Ahtinen has signed a contract extension with Tottenham Hotspur Women, committing her future to Spurs after joining from Linkopings in 2023.
SheKicks18 days ago
- LeavingPremière Ligue
Corinne Diacre
Leaving Olympique de Marseille (féminines)Olympique de Marseille officially confirmed on 13 May 2026 that they and Corinne Diacre mutually agreed not to continue their collaboration at the end of the 2025-26 season. Diacre, who had arrived in October 2025, secured the club's survival in the Arkema Première Ligue before leaving.
Footeuses19 days ago
- LeavingWSL· free
Victoria Pelova
Leaving ArsenalMidfielder Victoria Pelova will leave Arsenal at the end of the 2025-26 season when her contract expires, as the club undergoes a squad revamp. Her departure was confirmed alongside Beth Mead and Laia Codina.
- Out of contractWSL
Hannah Hampton
Contract up at ChelseaChelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton is out of contract at the end of the 2025-26 season, with the club reportedly keen to retain her. The 25-year-old England number one and Yashin Trophy winner is set to be one of the most sought-after free agents of the summer.
- Out of contractWSL
Lucy Bronze
Contract up at ChelseaChelsea right-back Lucy Bronze is out of contract at the end of the 2025-26 season. The 34-year-old joined Chelsea in 2024 and delivered in their unbeaten title-winning campaign; the club are reportedly exploring a new short-term deal to retain her.
- Done dealSerie A Femminile· undisclosed
Ana Capeta
Sporting CPJuventus WomenJuventus Women have officially exercised their purchase option to sign Portuguese forward Ana Capeta permanently from Sporting CP, with the 28-year-old signing a contract through June 2028. Capeta had joined on loan in February 2026 and scored 6 goals in 12 appearances.
Tuttosport / Juventus official20 days ago
- LeavingWSL
Laia Codina
Leaving ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that Spanish defender Laia Codina will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season after two seasons with the Gunners.
- LeavingWSL
Beth Mead
Leaving ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that Beth Mead will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season. The England international departs having spent eight years at the Gunners, scoring 72 WSL goals and contributing a record 54 WSL assists.
- Done dealFrauen-Bundesliga· undisclosed
Paulina Krumbiegel
Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt signs Paulina Krumbiegel for the 2026/27 season.
Soccerdonna21 days ago
- Out of contractFrauen-Bundesliga
Nastassja Lein
Contract up at 1. FC Nürnberg1. FC Nürnberg top scorer Nastassja Lein (25, 11 goals and 6 assists) is attracting interest from top Bundesliga clubs, WSL and NWSL sides, with the trend pointing toward her leaving the newly-promoted side at the end of the season.
kicker23 days ago
- LeavingWSL
Gabi Nunes
Leaving Aston VillaAston Villa have confirmed that Gabi Nunes will leave the club upon the expiry of her contract at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingWSL
Ebony Salmon
Leaving Aston VillaAston Villa have confirmed that forward Ebony Salmon will leave the club upon the expiry of her contract at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingFrauen-Bundesliga
Adriana Achcinska
Leaving 1. FC KölnPolish international Adriana Achcinska is one of four players confirmed to be leaving 1. FC Köln at the end of the 2025/26 season. Her departure is described as particularly painful for the club.
- LeavingWSL
Naomi Williams
Leaving ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that Naomi Williams will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingFrauen-Bundesliga
Natalia Padilla-Bidas
Leaving Bayern MunichBayern Munich officially announced that Polish international striker Natalia Padilla-Bidas (23) will not receive a new contract and will leave the club at the end of the season. No destination was disclosed.
- LeavingWSL
Bethany England
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that striker Bethany England will leave the club at the end of the season when her contract expires. The 31-year-old departs as Spurs' all-time leading WSL goalscorer, having scored 38 goals in her time at the club.
- LeavingWSL
Charli Grant
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that defender Charli Grant will leave the club at the end of the season when her contract expires, having made 35 appearances since joining in January 2024.
- LeavingWSL
Josefine Rybrink
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Josefine Rybrink will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season when her contract expires. The versatile defender made 19 appearances during her two seasons in north London.
- Re-signedWSL
Leah Williamson
ArsenalArsenal captain Leah Williamson has signed a two-year contract extension, keeping her at the club until at least 2028. The 29-year-old has spent her entire career at Arsenal and has made 282 appearances since her senior debut in 2014.
- RetiredWSL
Millie Bright
Retiring from ChelseaChelsea captain Millie Bright has announced her retirement from football, ending a 12-year career at the club during which she made 314 appearances and won six consecutive WSL titles.
- LeavingWSL
Charlotte Grant
Leaving Tottenham HotspurTottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Charlotte Grant will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season upon the expiry of her contract. The full-back joined in January 2024 and made 35 appearances.
- Re-signedWSL
Steph Catley
ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that Australian defender Steph Catley has signed a contract extension, keeping her at the club. The 32-year-old has made 165 appearances since joining from Melbourne City in 2020 and has won the WSL, UEFA Women's Champions League and FIFA Champions Cup with the Gunners.
- RetiredWSL
Laura Coombs
Retiring from Manchester CityManchester City midfielder Laura Coombs, 35, has announced her retirement from football at the end of the 2025-26 season, closing out an over-20-year career that included WSL titles with Manchester City.
- Re-signedWSL
Olga Ahtinen
Tottenham HotspurOlga Ahtinen has signed a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur, committing her future to the club into the 2026/27 season.
GirlsontheBall1 month ago
- LeavingWSL
Leah Galton
Leaving Manchester UnitedManchester United have confirmed that Leah Galton will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season. The forward joined as one of the club's inaugural players in 2018 and scored 44 goals in 169 appearances.
- AgreedFrauen-Bundesliga· €200k
Lisanne Gräwe
Eintracht Frankfurt1. FC Union BerlinThe 23-year-old Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder is set to join 1. FC Union Berlin this summer via a €200,000 exit clause, per Bild reporting. She had also been on the radar of Wolfsburg and Manchester United.
- RumourLiga F
Nerea Nevado
Athletic ClubReal MadridThe Athletic Club defender has been linked with Real Madrid in transfer market rumours, though no concrete negotiations have been confirmed as of the reporting date.
Las Futbolistas1 month ago
- Re-signedLiga F
Maëlle Lakrar
Real MadridReal Madrid defender Maëlle Lakrar has officially renewed her contract with the club, extending her stay until 2028.
- RumourLiga F
Aiara Agirrezabala
Real SociedadReal MadridReal Madrid are reportedly interested in signing the young Real Sociedad goalkeeper, with ESPN and Spanish national media having picked up the story.
- RumourLiga F· free
Caroline Weir
Real MadridOlympique LyonnaisESPN reports concern within Real Madrid over the Scottish forward's contract situation, and that OL Lyonnes are advancing in talks to sign her on a free transfer ahead of summer 2026.
- RumourLiga F
Andreia Jacinto
Real SociedadReal MadridThe Real Sociedad defender is reported to be 'a step away' from joining Real Madrid despite having a contract running until 2026, suggesting active negotiations rather than a free transfer.
- RumourLiga F
Niamh Charles
ChelseaReal MadridReal Madrid have initiated conversations with Chelsea to attempt the signing of the England international right-back, who would bring top-level experience to the side.
- Re-signedLiga F
Linda Caicedo
Real MadridReal Madrid forward Linda Caicedo has officially renewed her contract with the club, extending her stay until 2031.
- LeavingLiga F· free
Teresa Abelleira
Leaving Real MadridESPN reports that Real Madrid midfielder Teresa Abelleira intends to leave the club as a free agent when her contract expires on 30 June 2026.
- Out of contractLiga F
Antônia Silva
Contract up at Real MadridReal Madrid midfielder Antônia Silva has a contract expiring on 30 June 2026, with no renewal or departure confirmed as of the reporting date.
- RumourLiga F
Maite Zubieta
Athletic ClubReal MadridThe Athletic Club midfielder has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in media and social media accounts, though no strong confirmation of concrete negotiations has emerged.
- LeavingWSL
Manuela Zinsberger
Leaving ArsenalArsenal have confirmed that goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger will leave the club at the end of the 2025-26 season.
- LeavingLiga F
Lola Gallardo
Leaving Atlético de MadridABC journalist Manuel Merinero points to a possible exit for Atlético de Madrid goalkeeper Lola Gallardo this summer, as part of a potential major overhaul of the squad.
- LeavingLiga F
Andrea Medina
Leaving Atlético de MadridABC journalist Manuel Merinero points to a possible exit for Atlético de Madrid's Andrea Medina this summer as part of a wider reshaping of the squad.
- Out of contractLiga F
Sheila Guijarro
Contract up at Atlético de MadridAtlético de Madrid midfielder Sheila Guijarro has a contract expiring in June 2026 with no renewal confirmed, placing her future at the club in question.
- RumourLiga F
Elene Lete
Real SociedadAtlético de MadridThe Real Sociedad goalkeeper has been mentioned as a possible target for Atlético de Madrid, who may need to strengthen between the posts. The link is at the interest/intent stage with no confirmed negotiations.
- Out of contractLiga F
Vilde Bøe Risa
Contract up at Atlético de MadridAtlético de Madrid midfielder Vilde Bøe Risa has a contract expiring in June 2026 with no renewal yet confirmed, making her future at the club uncertain.
- RumourLiga F
Allegra Poljak
Madrid CFFAtlético de MadridThe Madrid CFF winger has appeared on Atlético de Madrid's reported list of summer targets, with her pace and ability to stretch play on the flanks cited as key attributes. The rumour is described as fragile with no confirmed steps taken.