+18 | Commercial Content | T&C's Apply | Play Responsibly | Publishing Principles
Mallory Swanson Chicago Red Stars 2022Getty
Richie Mills

USWNT striker Mallory Swanson signs record-breaking contract with Chicago Red Stars to become NWSL's highest-paid player

Mallory Swanson has signed the "most lucrative" contract in the National Women’s Soccer League's history after her deal with the Chicago Red Stars.

Article continues below

Article continues below

Article continues below

  • Swanson signs historic deal at Chicago
  • Red Stars contract until 2028
  • Most lucrative in league's history
  • Mallory Swanson USWNTGetty

    WHAT HAPPENED?

    Forward Swanson has extended her stay with the Red Stars, signing a deal until 2028 with the option of an extra year. The NWSL side say this contract is the most "lucrative" in the league's history, with CBS Sports reporting the 25-year-old will now be on more than $400,000 a year (£315,892).

    • Advertisement
  • Mallory Swanson USWNT 2023Getty

    WHAT MALLORY SWANSON SAID

    She told the club's website: “I am excited to be back with the Red Stars! These last few years have been such a blessing in Chicago, even with the ups and downs, and I can’t wait to be back. I am looking forward to getting to work and helping the team win championships. See everyone soon!”

  • Mallory Swanson training USWNTGetty Images

    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    This new deal for Swanson, who has scored 21 goals in 47 games for the Chicago outfit since joining from Sky Blue FC (now New Jersey/New York Gotham FC) in 2021, means the United States international will reportedly be the highest-paid athlete in the division, earning upwards of $2m over the course of the contract.

  • WHAT NEXT?

    Swanson's side will be back in league action in mid-March when the new 2024 season gets underway. They came bottom of the table last term and they will want to improve on that this time out.