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Chelsea signs Melvine Malard from Manchester United for record fee

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 9:35 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Chelsea signs Melvine Malard from Manchester United for record fee

Summary

Chelsea has completed the signing of Melvine Malard from Manchester United, making her the club's most expensive sale. The French forward, who joined United on loan ahead of the 2023/24 season, scored five goals and helped the team win the Adobe Women’s FA Cup. After a successful first season, United committed to a permanent deal with Malard last July, where she scored a total of 16 goals for the club. As Chelsea seeks to strengthen its attack following the departures of Sam Kerr and Guro Reiten, they expect Malard to play a pivotal role in their efforts to reclaim the Women’s Super League title. Malard reunites with coach Sonia Bompastor, with whom she previously enjoyed significant success at OL Lyonnes.

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By the Numbers

•Malard is Chelsea's most expensive purchase from Manchester United.
•She scored five goals for United and helped win the FA Cup.
•Chelsea looks to strengthen after losing key players in attack.
•Malard reunites with coach Sonia Bompastor from their Lyon days.
•The reported transfer fee is around £850,000.

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9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Melvine Malard departs Man United for club-record sale and joins WSL rivals Chelsea

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Chelsea have announced the signing of French international Melvine Malard from fellow Women’s Super League side Manchester United. The 26-year-old forward joined Man United on an initial loan deal a...
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