Chelsea have sealed the signing of Everton defender Nathalie Bjorn, who will provide cover for Millie Bright and Jess Carter.
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Chelsea complete deal for BjornDefender signs contract until 2027Blues needed cover for Carter & BrightWHAT HAPPENED?
The London side have completed the signing of Bjorn from Everton, the club announced on Wednesday. Chelsea will pay a six-figure sum to land the Sweden international, who has committed to a deal that runs until the summer of 2027.
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After signing for Chelsea, Bjorn said: "It feels amazing! To sign for one of the biggest clubs in Europe feels like part of a dream that you have when you are young. I’m very excited to get this journey started."
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Bjorn, 26, is Chelsea's first signing of the January transfer window and could be their last under coach Emma Hayes, who has agreed to take charge of the United States Women's national team in the summer. Chelsea have been pushing to sign a new centre-back to provide cover for Jess Carter, who has had to fill in despite being naturally a full-back, and her Lionesses team-mate Millie Bright, who is unable to play every game.
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Real Madrid were also interested in signing Bjorn from Everton, but she has opted to stay in England by joining Hayes' team. The Swede had been one of the Merseyside club's top performers and has scored one goal in the Women's Super League this season.