Esme Morgan, a 23-year-old England defender with eight caps for the Lionesses, is set to leave Manchester City this summer pending international clearance. While neither the club nor Morgan have confirmed her new destination, it is likely that she will be joining a National Women’s Soccer League club in the USA.
Morgan began her career at Manchester City, making her professional debut in 2017 and playing in 87 senior matches across various competitions. During her time at City, she won the Women’s FA Cup and League Cup, and was part of the team that finished second to Chelsea in the WSL this season, narrowly missing out on the title.
In a statement posted to X, Morgan expressed her gratitude for the opportunities she has had at Manchester City. She thanked the club for supporting her development as a player and a person, and for always providing the right opportunities at the right time. After nine years with the club, Morgan is now looking forward to the next chapter in her career.
Morgan made her senior England debut in October 2022 and was part of the squad that reached the final of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Now, as she prepares to leave Manchester City, Morgan is excited for
