Overview
- Gotham announced this week that Sam Kerr has signed a contract running through 2030 and has been presented at a New York signing event.
- Kerr said personal stability and her relationship with U.S. midfielder Kristie Mewis were key reasons for returning to the NWSL after more than six seasons with Chelsea.
- Gotham worked within NWSL roster rules to assemble a competitive offer, adding allocation money in a trade that included defender Lilly Reale to expansion Boston.
- At the signing Kerr criticized low investment in Australia’s A-League Women and warned that poor wages and unstable club ownership are forcing players to leave the domestic league.
- The club expects Kerr to be cleared to play for the July 15 match at Citi Field, which has sold more than 30,000 tickets, and her arrival is expected to boost Gotham and league visibility.