‘One of the most intelligent, creative attacking players in the world – Boss delighted with CONFIRMED new Chelsea signing
Emma Hayes has announced that she is delighted CHELSEA have managed to sign Catarina Macario from Lyon.
Macario scored eight goals in 17 senior international caps for the world champions. She helped her former club Lyon win last season’s Women’s Champions League
The 23-year-old has signed a three-year deal with Chelsea until the summer of 2026. Macario makes the switch to London after the conclusion of the Division 1 Feminine season in France,
The club announced on their official website: ‘Everyone at Chelsea is delighted to welcome Catarina to the club, and we are excited to see her wearing blue in the years ahead.
Head coach Emma Hayes said: ‘Cat is one of the most intelligent, creative attacking players in the world who I think will blossom in this Chelsea team.
‘She brings a great deal of flair, European experience, and an unbelievable winning mentality. I think our fans will really love her.’
General manager Paul Green commented: ‘We’re really excited that Cat has signed for the club.
‘She’s one of the best players in the world and will add a lot of power, pace and dynamism to our frontline.
‘We feel that she will be a big success at Chelsea.’