Chelsea Ladies sign Japan World Cup star
Chelsea Ladies have signed Japan star Yuki Ogimi.
The 26-year-old 2011 World Cup winner, who also played in last year’s Olympics, has joined the Blues from German club FFC Turbine Potsdam.
She is set to become the first Japanese player to feature in the FA Women’s Super League.
“I am very excited to join Chelsea Ladies after three successful years with Potsdam in Germany,” said the striker.
“The club have high ambitions, as do I. Therefore I am convinced I have taken the right decision.
“I am looking forward to meeting my new team-mates and to making my debut in the FA WSL.”
Manager Emma Hayes said: “This is the calibre of player that we want to attract to Chelsea.
“Yuki is a world-class striker and a World Cup winner who will be a great success in this country. She will also aid the development of our young players.”
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