Katie McCabe, Chelsea, Arsenal
1 June 2026
Katie McCabe has joined Chelsea after leaving Arsenal, signing a deal until 2029 with an option for another year. The Republic of Ireland captain ends an 11-year Arsenal spell to join one of their biggest rivals.
Chelsea beat Manchester City to McCabe after long-standing interest and talks with Sonia Bompastor. Arsenal had offered a renewal, but McCabe wanted a fresh challenge and chose another Champions League-level club in the WSL.