Chelsea signs Katie McCabe after her exit from Arsenal

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Chelsea signs Katie McCabe after her exit from Arsenal
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Chelsea is set to acquire Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe following her departure from Arsenal. The move comes as McCabe seeks new opportunities after several successful seasons with the North London club. As a key player for her national team, her transfer may enhance Chelsea's roster competitiveness. Details regarding contract length and financial figures remain undisclosed, with an official announcement anticipated soon.

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  • Chelsea confirms the signing of Katie McCabe.
  • McCabe is the Republic of Ireland captain.
  • She recently left Arsenal after several seasons.
  • An official announcement on contract details is expected soon.
  • McCabe's addition may impact Chelsea's title chase.
Latest Updates
  • 7:15 PMYahoo SportsChelsea sign Arsenal favourite Katie McCabe on free transfer
  • 6:45 PMYahoo SportsKatie McCabe to join Chelsea from Arsenal as Blues confirm three-year contract
  • 6:26 PMThe Guardian SportKatie McCabe signs for Chelsea after leaving Arsenal and aims to ‘bring success back’
  • 6:15 PMYahoo SportsChelsea sign Arsenal full-back McCabe
  • 10:31 AMYahoo SportsKatie McCabe set for free transfer switch to Chelsea from Arsenal
  • 9:25 AMYahoo SportsKatie McCabe close to Chelsea move
  • 4:02 PMYahoo SportsChelsea set to sign McCabe following Arsenal exit
  • 4:02 PMBBC SportChelsea set to sign McCabe following Arsenal exit
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Left-back signs deal to 2029 with option for further year Ireland international grew up as a Chelsea fan Chelsea have announced the signing of the left-back Katie McCabe, whose Arsenal contract expires on 1 July. The 30-year-old Republic of Ireland captain last month announced her Arsenal exit after 11 years and has signed a three-year deal with their London rivals, with the option for an additional year. McCabe was recently named in the Women’s Super League team of the season and in February added the Fifa Champions Cup to her collection of trophies at Arsenal, having also won the Champions League, FA Cup, WSL and three League Cup titles. She made 305 appearances and scored 36 goals for the club. Continue reading...

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Katie McCabe is set to sign for Chelsea after the expiry of her contract with Arsenal. The 30-year-old was offered a late contract renewal by Arsenal in April but turned it down, according to sources familiar with the matter. The deal Arsenal offered McCabe was for a very specific role in the team going forward and as such, she preferred a move to Chelsea. In April, The Athletic reported Manchester City were pursuing McCabe but that the Republic of Ireland left-back had also attracted interest f

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Chelsea have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe following the expiration of her Arsenal contract.The 30-year-old left-back will officially join the Blues on July 1 after...

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