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The American defender arrives at the defending England champions from the American franchise in San Diego Wave.
Naomi Girma leaves the Californian club of San Diego Wave
The central defender was appointed for the Best – FIFA 2024 trophy
Chelsea is looking for a sixth consecutive title of champion of England
Naomi Girma has just signed in Chelsea from San Diego Wave against a record amount for a footballer.
The US international defender signed a four and a half year contract with the holders of the Women’s Super League English (WSL).
Considered one of the best central defenders in the world, the 24 -year -old player had been the colors of San Diego since 2022. She has 44 selections for her country and was part of the team that won the gold medal in Paris Olympic Women’s Football Tournament 2024.
Her talent was recognized when she was appointed as The Best – FIFA 2024 player, finally won by the Spanish Aitana Bonmatí.
Naomi Girma is managed as a national team by Emma Hayes, who previously led Chelsea to a multitude of trophies, including seven WSL titles. The London club is off to win a new national title this season: under the leadership of Sonia Bompastor, the Blues are currently having seven points ahead of their first pursuer.
Transferred for a transfer compensation which would be around € 1,000,000, Girma will find his compatriot Catarina Macario in Chelsea.
Heard…
“The choice was easy for me. It seems unreal to me. There are a lot about Chelsea who made me come here: culture, the winner’s mentality, the staff and the players. It is a great environment to learn and progress. This is what I will try to do now. I am so happy and enthusiastic to have arrived here. »» Naomi Girma, new Chelsea player
