Chelsea Women's six-year WSL title reign ended in 2024/25 after finishing second to Manchester City. The club lost key players like Sam Kerr, Guro Reiten, and Millie Bright, but new signings aim to restore competitiveness. Manager Sonia Bompastor emphasized rebuilding the squad and culture as the 2026/27 season approaches. Key departures include Kerr (115 goals in 157 games), Reiten (207 apps, 59 goals), and Rytting Kaneryd (€600k transfer to Lyon). Bright's retirement leaves a gap in defense. New additions include Katie McCabe (free transfer from Arsenal), Manaka Matsukubo (NWSL 2025 Midfielder of the Year), and Melvine Malard (four-time Champions League winner).