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London City Lionesses will host Manchester United in the 2026-27 Women's Super League opener, featuring Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas' debut. The season also sees Chelsea play at Stamford Bridge and expanded league with 14 teams.
Tottenham's summer transfer activity, including a club-record signing, underscores their ambition to compete at the top of the Women's Super League. With a strengthened squad and strategic recruitment, the club aims to challenge for European qualification.
London City Lionesses have signed Spanish youth international Daniela Arques from Sporting on a three-year deal. The 20-year-old midfielder adds to a growing Spanish contingent at the club, joining Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas and defender Mapi Leon.
Newcastle United have signed Scotland forward Martha Thomas from Tottenham for an undisclosed fee. The 30-year-old scored 13 goals in 66 games for Spurs and has signed a two-year deal with an option for a further 12 months.
Chelsea are set to sign 19-year-old attacking midfielder Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona. The Italy international, who spent two seasons on loan at Roma, will become the club's fourth summer signing as they aim to reclaim the Women's Super League title.
England international Hannah Hampton has signed a two-year contract extension with Chelsea, keeping her at the club until 2027. The 25-year-old goalkeeper, who won the Yashin Trophy in 2024, was a key target for retention as the club rebuilds after a disappointing 2025-26 season.
The Women's League Cup will become the Players Cup from 2026-27, featuring a league system with regionalised matches and penalty shootouts for draws. Champions League-qualified teams are excluded, guaranteeing a first-time winner.
Brighton & Hove Albion captain Maisie Symonds has signed a new long-term contract. The 23-year-old midfielder, the club's longest-serving player, has made 103 appearances since joining in 2021. Head coach Dario Vidosic praised her influence as the club aims to become a top-four WSL side.
Goalkeeper Sophie Baggaley has rejoined newly-promoted Birmingham City as a free agent after leaving Brighton. The 29-year-old, who began her career at Birmingham at age six, signed a two-year deal with an option for a third year.
A BBC Sport survey of WSL fans reveals successes like family-friendly atmospheres and fan choice pilots, but also concerns about growing pains as attendances surge. Arsenal's average of 34,000 highlights the league's rapid expansion.
Everton have signed Australia striker Holly McNamara on a free transfer after her contract with Melbourne City expired. The 23-year-old two-time A-League Golden Boot winner chose Everton over top clubs in Europe and the US.
Everton have reached an agreement to sign Finland international Jutta Rantala from Leicester City. The 26-year-old striker, who scored 13 goals in 48 appearances for Leicester, is expected to move for a fee as she enters the final year of her contract.
Birmingham City have signed Canada international defender Marie Levasseur from Montpellier. The 29-year-old joins the Women's Super League newcomers as their fourth signing this week, bringing 18 caps and experience from France and Finland.
West Ham United have signed forward Kelly Gago from Everton and defender Estelle Cascarino on a permanent deal from Juventus. Gago, 27, joins on a three-year contract in a club-record sale for Everton, while Cascarino, 29, also signed a three-year deal after a loan spell.
Arsenal have completed the permanent signing of 18-year-old Danish goalkeeper Isabella Damm from Brondby IF. The Denmark youth international, who trialed with the club last season, has signed a contract and will wear the number 40 shirt.
Crystal Palace have signed England Under-23 striker Lexi Lloyd-Smith on a three-year deal. The 23-year-old was the WSL2 top scorer last season with 23 goals for Bristol City and will play in the Women's Super League for the first time.
Everton have signed France forward Noemie Mouchon on a free transfer from Leicester City. The 23-year-old made 24 WSL appearances for Leicester, scoring twice, before joining Everton.
Arsenal have signed 19-year-old Germany youth international Lisa Baum from RB Leipzig on a three-year deal with an option for an extra year. The forward scored six goals in 26 appearances last season and becomes the club's fifth summer signing.
Republic of Ireland forward Emily Murphy is in advanced talks to join Brighton from Newcastle United. The 23-year-old was Newcastle's top scorer last season and the transfer fee would be a club record sale for the Magpies.
Everton are in advanced discussions to sign defender Hannah Blundell on a permanent deal after her successful loan spell. The 32-year-old, a free agent following her Manchester United contract expiry, made 12 appearances for Everton last season.
