England keeper Earps joins PSG from Man Utd

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England goalkeeper Mary Earps has signed a two-year deal with Paris St-Germain on a free transfer.

The 31-year-old joins the French club following the expiration of her contract with Manchester United.

United had offered Earps a new deal, but after much consideration, she rejected it, stating that the club is preparing to “undergo a period of transition” that “did not align” with her current career goals.

“I’m very honoured to become a Parisian and I can’t wait to play alongside my new team-mates,” Earps said.

“Together, we’re going to give our all to help the club shine and make our fans proud.

“I’m determined to contribute to our future success so that Paris St-Germain continues to rank among Europe’s top clubs.”

United finished fifth in the Women’s Super League (WSL) last season, trailing champions Chelsea by 20 points, but they secured the FA Cup.

PSG made it to the semi-finals of last season’s Champions League but were defeated by Lyon.

Earps joins several high-profile players who have left United on free transfers in recent years.

Last week, United confirmed that captain Katie Zelem had left the club after not being offered a new contract, while Spanish forward Lucia Garcia joined Mexican side Monterrey.

Last summer, striker Alessia Russo moved to Arsenal, and Ona Batlle went to Barcelona, both on free transfers.

Earps was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2023 in December following her outstanding performance in England’s run to their first World Cup final.

She played every minute of England’s seven World Cup matches, conceding only four goals, keeping three clean sheets, and saving a penalty in the final, which England lost 1-0 to Spain.

The Nottingham-born keeper was also part of England’s Euro 2022 triumph, contributing to the Lionesses’ first major trophy.