Manchester United negotiates transfer for Washington Spirit defender Rebeca Bernal

Manchester United is finalizing a deal to sign Rebeca Bernal from the Washington Spirit. The Mexican international defender was absent from the Spirit's match against Bay FC today due to an excused absence. Bernal joined the Washington Spirit before the 2025 NWSL season on a three-year contract that runs through 2027. Manchester United officials remain confident that an agreement will be reached with the NWSL club before the Women’s Super League transfer window closes on Thursday. The defender has played as both a center back and a defensive midfielder for the Washington Spirit during her tenure in the league.

• 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Manchester United set to sign defender Rebeca Bernal from Washington Spirit