Khadija Shaw Close to Securing New Manchester City Contract
The Women's Super League's top scorer, Khadija Shaw, is reportedly on the verge of agreeing to a new contract with Manchester City, despite significant interest from league rivals Chelsea. According to sources familiar with the negotiations, talks between City and the Jamaican international have progressed positively in recent weeks.
Contract Details and Timeline
Shaw's current deal with Manchester City is set to expire in less than four months, having originally joined the club from Bordeaux in 2021 on a three-year contract that was extended to 2026 in 2023. While the final details of the extension are still being finalized and no official signing has taken place, there is growing confidence within the club that Shaw will commit her future to the current league leaders.
Shaw's Dominant Form and Achievements
The 29-year-old striker has been in exceptional form this season, scoring 15 goals in just 16 WSL appearances. No other player in the league has reached double figures, putting Shaw firmly on course to win the Golden Boot for the third consecutive season after claiming the honor in both 2023-24 and 2024-25. With 77 WSL goals to her name, Shaw will look to add to that tally when City face Aston Villa on Sunday, having scored three times in her last four league matches before the international break.
Chelsea's Interest and City's Priority
Despite reports from multiple sources indicating Chelsea's interest in the prolific striker, Manchester City have made securing Shaw's future a top priority. Her irrepressible form has been integral to City's eight-point lead at the top of the WSL table, and she is widely considered a heavy favorite to be named the league's Player of the Season. The club views her as their star player and crucial to their continued success.
While The Times reported on Wednesday that Chelsea were monitoring Shaw's situation, the ongoing positive negotiations between Shaw and Manchester City suggest she is likely to remain with the current champions. The extension would represent a significant coup for City as they look to maintain their dominance in women's football.
