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Chelsea confirm signing of Arsenal great McCabe

Chelsea confirm signing of Arsenal great McCabe
Sky Sports Football Monday 01 June 2026, 19:00 UTC 1 min read
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Katie McCabe signs for Chelsea: Republic of Ireland captain to swap Arsenal for WSL rivals Katie McCabe is set to sign for Chelsea after the expiry of her contract with Arsenal; McCabe made 305 appearances during an 11-year spell with Arsenal, helping them win the WSL in 2019 Monday 1 June 2026 19:17, UK Chelsea are set to sign Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe when her Arsenal contract expires on July 1. The 30-year-old has signed a contract with the Blues until 30 June 2029, with...

Katie McCabe signs for Chelsea: Republic of Ireland captain to swap Arsenal for WSL rivals Katie McCabe is set to sign for Chelsea after the expiry of her contract with Arsenal; McCabe made 305 appearances during an 11-year spell with Arsenal, helping them win the WSL in 2019 Monday 1 June 2026 19:17, UK Chelsea are set to sign Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe when her Arsenal contract expires on July 1. The 30-year-old has signed a contract with the Blues until 30 June 2029, with the option of an additional year. McCabe made 305 appearances during an 11-year spell with Arsenal, helping them win the Women's Super League in 2019. McCabe, whose family support Chelsea, said: "It's a new chapter in my career. This is something that I feel I'm ready for right now. - Transfer Centre LIVE! | WSL latest news and transfers - Got Sky? Watch WSL games LIVE on your phone📱 - Not got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream with no contract on NOW📺 "I'm really excited to get going and show the Chelsea fans how ready I am to perform for the badge. "I'm so looking forward to walking out at Stamford Bridge as a home player, being around the fan base and competing for trophies on all fronts. "This club has been successful for so many years. I want to keep pushing and driving that, and for me, it's about bringing that success back to Chelsea." It is understood McCabe had offers from Manchester City and the NWSL but decided to remain in London.
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