Chelsea completed the signing of Alyssa Thompson from Angel City on Friday in the latest big money move in women's soccer.

The U.S. international signed for a reported fee of around 1 million pounds ($1.35 million) on a five-year contract.

“Chelsea is such an amazing club, one of the best in the world. Being able to play with players that are the best in the world is an amazing opportunity at such a young age and I want to learn, grow and develop a lot,” said the 20-year-old forward.

Thompson was the first pick in the 2023 NWSL draft, becoming the league’s first high schooler to be be drafted.

This season she scored six goals in 16 appearances for Angel City.

“She’s a dynamic winger with electric pace, who can play on either wing and is very good in one-on-one situations,” said head

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