Mary Earps will leave Manchester United this summer, the club has confirmed.
The Lionesses goalkeeper’s contract is expiring and she has decided to leave the Red Devils on a free transfer.
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According to Ben Jacobs of The Pitch Prospect, Earps has agreed to a contract with Paris Saint-Germain.
The 31-year-old is expected to sign a two-year contract with the French team, making her the highest-paid goalkeeper in the world.
Despite Man United making a competitive offer, Earps’ five-year spell at the club is coming to an end.
A statement on Man United’s website read: “Manchester United Women can confirm that goalkeeper Mary Earps will be leaving the football club upon the expiry of her contract.”
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“Mary joined United in 2019 and made 125 appearances for the red shirt, breaking the record for most WSL clean sheets in a season and overall.
“Last season Mary made history for United by beating Tottenham 4-0 in the Women’s FA Cup final at Wembley to win our first major trophy.
“At international level, Mary’s successes with the Lionesses include winning the UEFA Women’s Championship, Women’s Finalissima, SheBelieves Cup and Arnold Clark Cup.
“Her notable individual awards include winning the Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper for 2022 and 2023, the Golden Glove of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, 2023 BBC Sports Personality of the Year and BBC Footballer of the Year 2023.
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“Everyone at Manchester United would like to thank Mary for her tremendous service and wish her all the best in the next phase of her career.”