Fran Kirby, Chelsea Women’s all-time leading scorer, has announced that she will leave the club at the end of the season. The England international departs after nine years, during which she scored 115 goals in 205 appearances and won 15 major trophies, including six Women’s Super League titles and five FA Cups.
Kirby has faced several health challenges, including a heart condition and a fatigue-related illness, but remained a key player for Chelsea and the England national team. She played a crucial role in England’s Euro 2022 triumph and has been widely regarded as one of the most talented footballers of her generation.
In an emotional farewell, Kirby thanked Chelsea fans, saying she arrived as a young girl with big dreams and leaves having lived them. Chelsea’s general manager praised her as a club legend, and she will be remembered as a key figure in the team’s rise to dominan
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