

"The WSL is the best league in Europe," Kerr said. Kerr also recently bagged a double as the Matildas edged past Chile 2-1 on November 9 in Western Sydney and will now link up with Chelsea in January. The Matildas skipper was named the NWSL MVP for a second time this year as she set a record for most goals scored in the competition.Īt the Women's World Cup in France meanwhile, Kerr struck four times in a group match against Jamaica and bagged five goals across an otherwise disappointing tournament for Australia. Kerr, who was recently placed third in Goal's top 50 female footballers, has enjoyed an outstanding 2019 and arrives at the Blues in red-hot form. The 26-year-old has split her time between the United States and Australia since 2013 - most recently lining up for NWSL side Chicago Red Stars and W-League club Perth Glory.

Australian striker Sam Kerr has signed a two-and-a-half year deal with Chelsea Women in what will be her first foray into Europe.
