Hannah Hampton, Ashley Lawrence arrivals and every…

Hannah Hampton, Ashley Lawrence arrivals and every Chelsea transfer in 2023 summer window

The 2023 summer transfer window for the Women's Super League has only just opened but Chelsea have already been busier than most.

Emma Hayes' side wrapped up their first deal on a pre-contract agreement back in March and they've already significantly bolstered their squad with new arrivals and fresh contracts. However, there have also been some big-name exits that the Blues boss will have to navigate this summer.

Chelsea were crowned WSL champions in the 2022/23 season and also lifted the FA Cup for a third consecutive year after beating Manchester United in the final in May. The London club are one of the biggest clubs in the women's game and their shrewdness in the transfer market should come as no surprise.

Here's a round-up of the window so far including incomings, outgoings and contract extensions.

Incomings

Chelsea kicked off their summer business back in March with the announcement goalkeeper Nicky Evrard will join the club on July 1. The Belgian shot-stopper had been playing in her home nation with OH Leuven before agreeing a deal with the Blues until 2026.

Before the season had even finished, Chelsea announced their second signing in German midfielder Sjoeke Nusken. The 22-year-old has joined from Eintracht Frankfurt, also on a three-year deal running until 2026.

Then, at the beginning of June, forward Catarina Macario joined on a free transfer from Lyon. The USA international is currently sidelined through injury and will miss this summer's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, with her full focus on building fitness ahead of the new season with Chelsea.

Soon after, the Blues announced another new arrival in 21-year-old defender Alejandra Bernabe from Atletico Madrid. She will spend the upcoming 2023/24 season on loan at Real Sociedad but it is believed she has the potential to become one of the best attacking full backs in the world.

Chelsea then confirmed the signing of defender Ashley Lawrence, who joins after spending six years in France with Paris Saint-Germain. The Canada international has put pen to paper on a three-year deal, keeping her at Kingsmeadow until 2026.

Most recently, Chelsea have added Hannah Hampton to their goalkeeper ranks. The 22-year-old joins from WSL rivals Aston Villa following the expiration of her contract, although given the competition for places, it remains to be seen whether she will spend the 2023/24 season out on loan.

Outgoings

As a trophy-laden campaign drew to a close, Chelsea confirmed the departures of two key names last month. Club captain Magdalena Eriksson and forward Pernille Harder have left following expiration of their respective contracts and will join German outfit Bayern Munich.

Contract extensions

Key to Chelsea's long-term success will be retaining top talent. Over the course of the season, the Blues have tied down some big names including Erin Cuthbert, Jessie Fleming, Jess Carter, Sophie Ingle, Melanie Leupolz and Zecira Musovic.

In more recent months, it was announced Chelsea exercised the option to extend Fran Kirby's contract by a further year, similar with 20-year-old goalkeeper Emily Orman. Norway international Maren Mjelde also signed a years extension with the club.

In even bigger news, 21-year-old Lauren James penned a long-term deal at the beginning of June that will see her remain with the Blues until 2027.

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