Overview
- Manchester City confirmed the signing of the U.S. midfielder on a multi‑year contract running to the summer of 2029.
- ESPN reported a transfer fee of about $875,000, with other outlets citing figures in the low seven‑figure range that were not officially disclosed.
- Coffey will join midseason with City atop the Women’s Super League, providing a title‑race reinforcement for Andree Jeglertz’s squad.
- Portland loses its captain and midfield anchor ahead of preseason, with president Jeff Agoos saying the club tried to keep her but supported her ambitions.
- The 27‑year‑old has 42 USWNT caps, won 2024 Olympic gold, earned three NWSL Best XI selections, and becomes the latest American standout to choose Europe as the NWSL’s salary structure faces scrutiny.