Shortly after Naomi Girma’s first links to Chelsea appeared, a video from the match between the United States and England resurfaced. Following the final whistle of a scoreless draw at Wembley Stadium last November,

Girma, like Kerolin and Jenna Nighswonger moved from the NWSL to England this summer, but there's no reason for alarm

US Women’s National Team (USWNT) defender Naomi Girma has become women’s soccer’s first ever million-dollar player, joining English champion Chelsea from San Diego Wave FC.

In a historic deal to join Chelsea F.C., Naomi Girma ‘22 has made history as the first million-dollar women's soccer player.

Such platitudes are expected from any new player, but there was a kernel of truth within it. Chelsea have positioned themselves as being the best team in England’s thriving market by bringing in talented personalities on and off the pitch. That, in turn, encourages others to join.

After three seasons with San Diego Wave FC, Naomi Girma has made history in the NWSL as the defender has signed with Chelsea FC in the Women’s Super League (WSL) for

U.S. women's national team defender Naomi Girma became the most expensive transfer in women's soccer after penning a deal with English club Chelsea.