Sam Kerr has signed a new two-year contract with Chelsea.
The Australian forward teased fans in the announcement, after speculation regarding her future with the club had been swirling for months — particularly with the departure of head coach Emma Hayes.
In a video posted Thursday morning, Kerr thanked fans for the memories before saying she will “always be Chelsea” in a tone that suggested she was leaving the London club. But 20 minutes later, the team took to social media to announce the striker had actually signed a new two-year deal.
“Did you guys really think I was gonna end on 99 goals?” asked Kerr in a followup video.
BBC Sport reported that the contract extension fake-out was Kerr’s idea.
“It’s really exciting and a very proud moment for me,” Kerr said in a statement. “Having the opportunity to stay at a club like Chelsea means a lot to me. I’m really excited to continue to push and to try to win trophies.”
The 30-year-old is currently recovering from an ACL tear sustained in January. The injury will keep her out of the Paris Olympics.
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