Australian striker Sam Kerr has signed a free transfer contract with National Women's Soccer League club Gotham FC through 2030, securing her return to the United States after a seven-year absence.
The 32-year-old forward previously played for the franchise from 2015 to 2017 when it was known as Sky Blue FC, long before the team underwent a complete operational overhaul and secured two NWSL Championships.
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The club's leadership expressed significant enthusiasm regarding the reunion with the historic league top scorer, who accumulated 77 regular season goals during her previous tenure in the United States.
"A landmark moment for our club," said Yael Averbuch West, President of Soccer Operations.
Kerr is expected to potentially debut on July 15 during a high-profile match at Citi Field against the Washington Spirit.
"Queens Classic," stated tournament organizers regarding the official name of the upcoming landmark fixture.
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The veteran striker joins Gotham FC following a highly successful six-and-a-half-year stint with Chelsea, where she scored 116 goals across all competitions and secured five Women's Super League titles.
Kerr emphasized that the competitive environment and elite roster of the reigning NWSL champions played a pivotal role in her decision to return to the American league.
"I wanted to play with the best players in the world, like everyone does, and they are that," said Sam Kerr, Forward.
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The transition aligns with Gotham FC's broader expansion plans, which include a newly announced permanent move to Etihad Park in Queens starting in the 2028 season.
