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Chelsea Targets Naomi Girma Amid Record Transfer Buzz

1/18/2025

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Chelsea is eyeing USA defender Naomi Girma from San Diego Wave, potentially setting the stage for a world-record transfer fee. Lyon has also entered the fray with a $1 million offer for the talented 24-year-old, who boasts 44 caps and an Olympic gold medal from 2024. This move comes as Chelsea seeks to bolster their squad following Kadeisha Buchanan's season-ending injury.

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Chelsea is eyeing USA defender Naomi Girma from San Diego Wave, potentially setting the stage for a world-record transfer fee. Lyon has also entered the fray with a $1 million offer for the talented 24-year-old, who boasts 44 caps and an Olympic gold medal from 2024. This move comes as Chelsea seeks to bolster their squad following Kadeisha Buchanan's season-ending injury.