Summary
Manchester City is close to signing Sam Coffey, a midfielder from the United States, who currently plays for the Portland Thorns. The transfer fee for Coffey is around $800,000, and she is expected to join the team in England soon.
Key Facts
- Manchester City is finalizing a deal to sign midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns.
- The transfer fee is around $800,000 (approximately £600,000).
- Coffey's current contract with Portland Thorns lasts until the end of the 2027 NWSL season.
- Manchester City has been interested in Coffey for several months, first approaching her in the summer.
- Terms of the transfer have been agreed, and Coffey has permission to travel to England.
- Coffey is considered one of the top defensive midfielders globally.
- She has played 42 times for the USA national team.
- Coffey has made nearly 100 appearances for Portland Thorns over four years.
