Ireland international Katie McCabe has officially completed her transfer from Arsenal to Chelsea. The 30-year-old winger has spent over a decade at Arsenal, where she achieved significant success, including winning the Women’s Super League, the FA Cup, the Champions League, the Champions Cup, and three League Cups.

Details of the Transfer

McCabe's move to Chelsea will take effect on 1 July, coinciding with the expiration of her contract with Arsenal. Currently, she is with the Ireland national team as they prepare for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against the Netherlands and France. Expressing her enthusiasm about joining Chelsea, McCabe stated, “I’m really excited to get going and show the Chelsea fans how ready I am to perform for the badge.”

Aiming for Success at Chelsea

McCabe is eager to make her mark at Stamford Bridge and compete for trophies. She remarked, “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.” Chelsea finished the 2025–26 Women’s Super League season in third place, just two points behind Arsenal, making McCabe's addition a timely boost for the team.

Previously, McCabe had been linked with other clubs, including reigning WSL champions Manchester City, who were also interested in her services. Chelsea had attempted to sign her in 2015 before she joined Arsenal and reportedly had a substantial bid rejected in 2023. With Niamh Charles potentially moving to Manchester City and Lucy Bronze out of contract this summer, McCabe's arrival fills a crucial gap for Chelsea.

McCabe, who made history in 2023 by becoming the first Irish player to receive a Ballon D’Or nomination since Roy Keane in 2000, has scored 34 goals in 105 appearances for her national team. Her experience and talent are expected to play a vital role in Chelsea's pursuit of further success.