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Sam Kerr Signs Long-Term Deal with Gotham FC

7/3/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Sam Kerr signed with Gotham FC through 2030 after leaving Chelsea.
She chose Gotham for its winning culture, Rose Lavelle and coach Juan Carlos Amorós.
Kerr can make her debut on July 15 against Washington Spirit at Citi Field after the July 14 transfer window opens.
She is the NWSL’s scoring record holder (77 goals) and two-time MVP (2017, 2019) after 116 goals and five WSL titles at Chelsea.

History

Historical Context

The NWSL began in 2013 with eight clubs and a $200,000 league salary cap, drawing an average of 4,270 fans per match. After early expansion to nine teams in 2014 and successive cap increases, the league now attracts global stars; Sam Kerr’s 2024 transfer to Gotham FC reflects that growth and reinforces the United States’ leading role in women’s soccer.

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Story summary

Sam Kerr signed with Gotham FC through 2030 after leaving Chelsea.
She chose Gotham for its winning culture, Rose Lavelle and coach Juan Carlos Amorós.
Kerr can make her debut on July 15 against Washington Spirit at Citi Field after the July 14 transfer window opens.
She is the NWSL’s scoring record holder (77 goals) and two-time MVP (2017, 2019) after 116 goals and five WSL titles at Chelsea.

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