Earps close to WSL return as PSG exit nears

Mary Earps, 33, is nearing a return to the Women’s Super League after being on the bench for PSG in a 1-0 play-off semi-final defeat. Her contract with PSG expires in June, and she is expected to leave the French club. She made 22 appearances in the Premiere Ligue this season, keeping 12 clean sheets as PSG finished third. Earps previously played five years at Manchester United, making over 100 appearances and winning the Women’s FA Cup in 2024. She joined PSG in July 2024 on a two-year deal and has made 54 appearances. London City Lionesses, led by owner Michele Kang, finished sixth in their debut WSL campaign and are optimistic about summer recruitment, though no agreement has been reached. Other potential free transfers include Beth Mead, Katie McCabe, Alexia Putellas, Sam Kerr, and Khadija Shaw.

"Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps is edging closer to a return to the Women’s Super League, with London City Lionesses showing interest. The 33-year-old was on the bench for Paris St-Germain in their 1-0 play-off semi-final defeat by Paris FC on Saturday, and is likely to leave the French club when her contract expires in June. She has made 22 appearances in the Premiere Ligue this season, keeping 12 clean sheets as PSG finished third - 13 points behind leaders Lyon."

"The two-time Fifa Best Goalkeeper of the Year played a crucial role in England's victory at Euro 2022 and their route to the 2023 World Cup final. She spent five years at Manchester United, making more than 100 appearances, and helped them win their first major trophy in 2024 as they lifted the Women's FA Cup. Earps joined PSG in July 2024 on a two-year deal and has made 54 appearances for the club, including a return to Old Trafford in the Women's Champions League in November."

"London City Lionesses are an ambitious club under owner Michele Kang and had a steady debut campaign in the WSL, finishing sixth after eight wins from 22 matches. Sources at the club say an agreement with Earps has not yet been made, but they remain optimistic about their summer business. Eder Maestre's side have been linked with several players including Barcelona defender Mapi Leon and England winger Beth Mead, who announced her departure from Arsenal this week amid additional interest from Manchester City."

"Earps is one of a number of big-name players potentially available on a free deal this summer, with Arsenal's Mead and Katie McCabe leaving, Barcelona's Alexia Putellas yet to sign a new contract, Sam Kerr departing Chelsea and Manchester City top scorer Khadija Shaw rejecting contract renewal proposals. During her time in England, Earps became one of the country's most recognised and influential players, though her book - released in November - caused controversy and dominated headlines in the"

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