The 2023 summer transfer window for the Women's Super League will close in just under a week's time and Chelsea have been one of the busiest clubs.
Emma Hayes' side wrapped up their first deal on a pre-contract agreement back in March and they've significantly bolstered their squad with new arrivals and fresh contracts. However, there have also been some big-name exits that the Blues boss has had to navigate this summer.
Chelsea were crowned WSL champions in the 2022/23 season and also lifted the FA Cup for a third consecutive year after beating Manchester United in the final in May. The London club are one of the biggest clubs in the women's game and their shrewdness in the transfer market comes as no surprise.
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Here's a round-up of the window so far including incomings, outgoings and contract extensions.
Chelsea kicked off their summer business back in March with the announcement goalkeeper Nicky Evrard was set to join the club on July 1. The Belgian shot-stopper had been playing in her home nation with OH Leuven before agreeing a deal with the Blues until 2026.
Before the season had even finished, Chelsea announced their second signing in German midfielder Sjoeke Nusken. The 22-year-old joined from Eintracht Frankfurt, also on a three-year deal running until 2026.
Then, at the beginning of June, forward Catarina Macario joined on a free transfer from Lyon. The USA international missed this year's FIFA Women's World Cup as she continued her recovery from an ACL injury, with her full focus on building fitness ahead of the new season with Chelsea.
Soon after, the Blues announced another new
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