England's number one goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, has agreed to a new two-year contract with Chelsea, extending her stay until 2028. Following the expiration of her previous contract at the end of June, Hampton was a free agent but has now opted to remain with the Blues. Since joining Chelsea from Aston Villa in 2023, Hampton has secured five trophies and helped England successfully defend their European Championship title the previous summer.
She also received the prestigious Yashin Trophy at the 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony, recognizing her as one of the world's top goalkeepers. Hampton expressed her happiness, stating, "I'm really happy. Chelsea have always been my dream club to play for in England, so to be able to extend for another two years is a proud moment." Hampton kept seven clean sheets for Chelsea last season, the joint-most in the Women's Super League. She played a crucial role in the Blues' domestic treble campaign the previous year and won the Golden Glove award in consecutive years.
The news of Hampton's contract extension will be welcomed by fans, as Chelsea has experienced a period of flux with several high-profile players leaving the club. Hampton's signature is a significant positive for the team, and her commitment to helping Chelsea regain their former success will be closely watched.