Chelsea Women are set to sign a striker after missing out on Bunny Shaw. The Blues are looking thin in attack with Sam Kerr's departure and Catarina Macario's return to North America.

What happened?

Chelsea Women missed out on signing Bunny Shaw from Manchester City, so they will target a striker. With Shaw now staying at Manchester City, Sonia Bompastor will have to look elsewhere to plug the gap. Sources told ESPN that Chelsea made a hefty offer to sign 19-year-old BK Häcken striker Felicia Schröder.

Why it matters for Chelsea Women

The situation could get even worse as ESPN has previously reported that Mayra Ramírez has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, while Aggie Beever-Jones is out of contract this summer. Chelsea Women need to strengthen in other areas too, with England left back Niamh Charles set to leave and has been linked with a move to Madrid.

What comes next?

The Blues have brought in former Arsenal defender Katie McCabe on a free transfer, having fended off interest from Manchester City and clubs in the NWSL. Sources added that Chelsea are looking to bring in at least six players this summer and have held talks with Heerenveen midfielder Aymee Altena and Twente winger Sophie Proost.

CategoryStat
League standing3rd in FA WSL, 49 pts, 15W-4D-3L from 22 games
Goals this season44 scored, 20 conceded (+24 goal difference)
Title race6 points behind leaders Manchester City W