Chelsea Women: Emma Thompson off to Lewes after signing first pro deal
While Thomas Tuchel and the men’s team try to figure things out as quickly as possible before the Premier League season gets underway, the Chelsea Women have made another transaction. For the first time in her young career, 18-year-old striker Emma Thompson has signed her first professional contract through 2024. Following the signing, Thompson heads off to Championship side Lewes FC on loan for next season, becoming the club’s third arrival of the summer.