Chelsea FC has officially announced the signing of Switzerland goalkeeper Livia Peng from Werder Bremen on a four-year contract. This move is seen as a strategic effort to bolster their defensive lineup ahead of the upcoming football season.

Career Highlights

Livia Peng, aged 23, has already made significant strides in her career. She has earned seven caps for the Switzerland national team and was part of the squad for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Her club career includes winning the league and cup Double with FC Zurich in both 2019 and 2022.

Performance at Werder Bremen

Last season, Peng solidified her position as the number one goalkeeper for Werder Bremen. She started in all but one of the club's Frauen-Bundesliga matches, contributing to their seventh-place finish in the league.

Statements from Peng

Upon joining Chelsea, Peng expressed her excitement:

"It feels so good to be here. When I was 10, I dreamed of playing for Chelsea. Now, my childhood dream has come true and it's so exciting. I'm really happy to join the Chelsea family and get started."

She also highlighted her ambitions:

"It's such a big club. Chelsea want to win titles and so do I. We're a good match. I'm hungry to win here."

Competition for the Number One Spot

Peng will be competing with England's Hannah Hampton for the starting goalkeeper position at Chelsea. This internal competition is expected to bring out the best in both players, enhancing the team's overall performance.

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This transfer is part of Chelsea's broader strategy to strengthen their squad through football transfers, focusing on both women's football and men's football to ensure competitiveness across all fronts.