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Emma Hayes' last-ever signing? Chelsea confrim Nathalie Bjorn's transfer from WSL rivals Everton as cover for England stars Millie Bright and Jess Carter

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The London side have completed the signing of Bjorn from Everton, the club announced on Wednesday. Chelsea will pay a six-figure sum to land the Sweden international, who has committed to a deal that runs until the summer of 2027.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After signing for Chelsea, Bjorn said: "It feels amazing! To sign for one of the biggest clubs in Europe feels like part of a dream that you have when you are young. I’m very excited to get this journey started."<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bjorn is a Blue. 😎 <a href="https://t.co/CTFmoGQ1we">pic.twitter.com/CTFmoGQ1we</a>— Chelsea FC Women (@ChelseaFCW) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFCW/status/1745024936349937754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 10, 2024</a></blockquote>
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WHAT BJORN SAID

Bjorn, 26, is Chelsea's first signing of the January transfer window and could be their last under coach Emma Hayes, who has agreed to take charge of the United States Women's national team in the summer. Chelsea have been pushing to sign a new centre-back to provide cover for Jess Carter, who has had to fill in despite being naturally a full-back, and her Lionesses team-mate Millie Bright, who is unable to play every game.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Real Madrid were also interested in signing Bjorn from Everton, but she has opted to stay in England by joining Hayes' team. The Swede had been one of the Merseyside club's top performers and has scored one goal in the Women's Super League this season.

DID YOU KNOW?

Chelsea have wrapped up the deal in time for their first game of 2024. The Blues will face West Ham in the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup on January 14 before they return to WSL action with a game against Manchester United on January 21.

WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA?

Emma Hayes' last-ever signing? Chelsea confrim Nathalie Bjorn's transfer from WSL rivals Everton as cover for England stars Millie Bright and Jess Carter | Goal.com

Chelsea have sealed the signing of Everton defender Nathalie Bjorn, who will provide cover for Millie Bright and Jess Carter.

Emma Hayes&apos; last-ever signing? Chelsea confrim Nathalie Bjorn&apos;s transfer from WSL rivals Everton as cover for England stars Millie Bright and Jess Carter