Manaka Hayashi joins Juventus from Chicago Stars FC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Chicago Stars FC has announced the transfer of midfielder Manaka Hayashi to Juventus in Italy's Serie A. The move follows a successful period with the Stars, where Hayashi made 38 appearances over two seasons. Chicago Stars FC President Karen Leetzow emphasized the importance of this development for Hayashi's career. Hayashi expressed gratitude for her experience at Chicago and looks forward to competing in Europe.
- •Hayashi transferred to Juventus for an undisclosed fee.
- •She made 17 appearances in her first season and 21 in her second.
- •Hayashi signed with the Chicago Stars FC before the 2025 season.
- •The transfer is seen as beneficial for her development.
- •Chicago Stars FC continues to experience player departures.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Stars FC midfielder Manaka Hayashi transferred to Juventus of Italy’s Serie A
"The exits at Chicago Stars keeps on coming… This time it’s midfielder Manaka Hayashi on her way to Europe.
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