Mary Earps closes in on WSL return ahead of Paris St-Germain exit
Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps is edging closer to a Women’s Super League return, with London City Lionesses showing strong interest ahead of her expected departure from Paris St-Germain.
The 33-year-old was an unused substitute during a recent 1-0 play-off semi-final defeat by Paris FC and is anticipated to leave the French capital when her current contract expires in June.
She has featured 22 times in the Premiere Ligue during the current campaign, securing 12 clean sheets as her side finished 13 points adrift of eventual leaders Lyon in third place.
Ambitious Lionesses seek marquee signing
London City Lionesses, backed by ambitious owner Michele Kang, recently concluded a steady debut season in the top flight by finishing sixth overall.
Sources close to the club indicate that while a formal agreement with the two-time Fifa Best Goalkeeper has not yet been finalised, officials remain highly optimistic about their upcoming summer recruitment.
Eder Maestre’s squad are actively pursuing several high-profile targets, having already been linked with Barcelona defender Mapi Leon and departing Arsenal winger Beth Mead.
A glittering career back on home soil
The highly decorated shot-stopper previously spent five successful years with Manchester United, making over a century of appearances and helping secure their maiden Women’s FA Cup triumph.
Having famously played an instrumental role in the national team’s historic Euro 2022 victory and their subsequent march to the 2023 World Cup final, a domestic homecoming would represent a significant coup.
She initially relocated to Paris on a two-year deal and has amassed 54 appearances across all competitions, including an emotional return to Old Trafford during the Women’s Champions League group stages.
A blockbuster summer transfer market
The veteran international is just one of several world-class talents potentially available on free transfers during an unprecedented window of player movement.
Alongside the former United star, notable names including Sam Kerr, Alexia Putellas, and Khadija Shaw are all facing uncertain club futures as their current deals approach expiration.
A return to the English flight would ensure the influential athlete remains firmly in the spotlight following the highly publicised release of her recent autobiography.