Chelsea Women's summer transfer window has been marked by significant changes, including the departure of Sam Kerr to Gotham FC. The Australian striker, who has been synonymous with the club's success, left on a free transfer.

What happened?

Kerr's departure was a surprise to many, given her impressive goal-scoring record for the Blues. However, her ACL injury in 2024 left her on the sidelines for 22 months, and she only returned this season.

Why it matters for Chelsea Women

The loss of Kerr will be felt, but the club is looking to the future and has been linked with several top players.

What comes next?

The WSL summer window opens on June 18, and Chelsea Women will be looking to make some key signings to strengthen their squad. As of June 30, 2026, the team is currently in 3rd place in the FA WSL, with 49 points from 22 games, and a recent form of WWWWD. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 3rd | | Points | 49 | | Goal Difference | +24 | The title race is still on, with Chelsea Women just 6 points behind leaders Manchester City W. With the right signings, the team can still challenge for the title and make a strong push in the second half of the season. And with the transfer window still open, there's plenty of time for Emma Hayes, the manager, to bring in some new talent. But for now, the focus is on the upcoming games and making sure the team is ready for the challenges ahead. So, what can we expect from Chelsea Women in the coming weeks? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure - the team will be giving it their all to bring home the title.