Chelsea sign defender Bjorn from Everton

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Chelsea have signed Sweden defender Nathalie Bjorn from Everton.

Bjorn, 26, is the Women’s Super League champions’ first signing of the January transfer window and has agreed a contract until 2027. She has played 61 times for her country.

“To sign for one of the biggest clubs in Europe feels like part of a dream you have when you are young,” she said.


“It feels amazing. I’m very excited to get this journey started.”

Chelsea general manager Paul Green said: ‘Nathalie is a very experienced, versatile player that we have been tracking for a long time.

“She is a leader, has good pace, is good on the ball, and knows our league very well.”