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Niamh Charles transfers to Manchester City from Chelsea for £500,000

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Niamh Charles transfers to Manchester City from Chelsea for £500,000

Summary

Manchester City has signed England international Niamh Charles from Chelsea for £500,000. The 27-year-old left-back joins City on a three-year deal after six successful years with Chelsea, where she made 173 appearances and won multiple titles, including five Women’s Super League titles. Charles aims to secure regular playing time to enhance her chances for selection in the upcoming World Cup. She replaces Leila Ouahabi, who departed for Chicago Stars FC, and will wear the number 21 shirt at City. This signing is part of City’s strategy to bolster their squad depth following their recent triumphs.

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Key Details

•Charles won five WSL titles and four FA Cups with Chelsea.
•She has earned 34 caps for England and scored in the Euro 2025 final.
•City aims to build on their recent success by enhancing squad depth.
•Charles will replace Leila Ouahabi at left-back in the Man City lineup.

Latest Updates

4:01 PMYahoo Sports — England defender Charles joins Man City from Chelsea
4:00 PMBBC Sport — England defender Charles joins Man City from Chelsea
4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester City sign Chelsea full-back Charles

What they're saying

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Manchester City have completed the signing of Chelsea full-back Niamh Charles on a three-year deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Cityzens this eve...
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