England goalkeeper Mary Earps is set to depart Paris Saint-Germain after just one season with the club, according to reports from the BBC. The move comes after Earps was dropped to the bench for PSG’s crucial league semi-final against Paris FC, with Katarzyna Kiedrzynek preferred in goal by coach Paulo César.
Earps joined PSG in the summer of 2024, arriving with a strong reputation after a successful spell with Manchester United and a standout international career with England. She was twice named the world’s best goalkeeper and played a key role in England’s victory at the UEFA Women’s European Championship in 2022. Her arrival in Paris was initially seen as a significant coup for the club, bolstering their ambitions in both the French league and the Champions League.
London City Lionesses, an ambitious franchise owned by Michelle Kang, are reportedly attempting to secure Earps’ signature. The club plays in the WSL, England’s top tier of women’s football, and has demonstrated a commitment to attracting high-profile players. A return to the WSL would allow Earps to continue playing at a high level and potentially compete for further international recognition.
The reasons behind Earps’ diminished role at PSG are not fully clear, but the decision to bench her for such a pivotal match suggests a breakdown in the relationship with the coaching staff. The move represents a potential loss for PSG, who will be without a highly-rated goalkeeper, but it could prove beneficial for London City Lionesses as they look to establish themselves as a force in the WSL. The transfer would provide the Lionesses with a proven international talent between the posts, significantly strengthening their squad.
