Manchester City in Talks to Land US Midfielder Sam Coffey
Manchester City are on the cusp of signing American midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns, according to multiple sources close to the deal. The 27-year-old has been given permission to travel to Manchester, where she is set to finalize the move that could provide a significant boost to the club's pursuit of their first Women's Super League title since 2016.
Coffey, who has been tracked by City for an extended period, spent three years with Portland Thorns and was their captain in 2025. Her current contract includes two more seasons, but it appears she is eager to join a top-tier club like Manchester City.
At the international level, Coffey boasts an impressive résumé, having represented the United States 42 times at senior level, scoring five goals and providing four assists. She also helped her country win gold at the 2024 Olympics.
The news comes as another American star departs the NWSL in search of new opportunities. With Alyssa Thompson and Naomi Girma joining Chelsea last year, Coffey's potential departure from Portland would be a significant blow to the league. Meanwhile, Emily Fox, who recently moved to Arsenal from North Carolina Courage, continues to impress for her new club.
As Manchester City look to bolster their squad, other clubs are also making moves. Brighton signed Olaug Tvedten from Vålerenga, while Leicester confirmed the signing of experienced full-back Ashleigh Neville and Bristol City acquired England winger Katie Robinson from Aston Villa.
With six points clear at the top of the WSL, Manchester City's pursuit of Coffey could be a crucial addition to their title aspirations.
Manchester City are on the cusp of signing American midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns, according to multiple sources close to the deal. The 27-year-old has been given permission to travel to Manchester, where she is set to finalize the move that could provide a significant boost to the club's pursuit of their first Women's Super League title since 2016.
Coffey, who has been tracked by City for an extended period, spent three years with Portland Thorns and was their captain in 2025. Her current contract includes two more seasons, but it appears she is eager to join a top-tier club like Manchester City.
At the international level, Coffey boasts an impressive résumé, having represented the United States 42 times at senior level, scoring five goals and providing four assists. She also helped her country win gold at the 2024 Olympics.
The news comes as another American star departs the NWSL in search of new opportunities. With Alyssa Thompson and Naomi Girma joining Chelsea last year, Coffey's potential departure from Portland would be a significant blow to the league. Meanwhile, Emily Fox, who recently moved to Arsenal from North Carolina Courage, continues to impress for her new club.
As Manchester City look to bolster their squad, other clubs are also making moves. Brighton signed Olaug Tvedten from Vålerenga, while Leicester confirmed the signing of experienced full-back Ashleigh Neville and Bristol City acquired England winger Katie Robinson from Aston Villa.
With six points clear at the top of the WSL, Manchester City's pursuit of Coffey could be a crucial addition to their title aspirations.
Manchester City are like, totally on fire right now, and that new midfield addition would just be the cherry on top! I mean, Sam Coffey's got some serious skills, having won gold at the Olympics and all... 42 caps for the US? That's insane! 
And with her experience in Portland, she'd definitely bring a level of sophistication to City's squad. But at the same time, it's weird that she's leaving behind such a great team - I feel bad for Portland Thorns fans 
. Still, if City can pull this off, they'll be unstoppable... the WSL title is basically in the bag! 
if Sam Coffey joins Man City, it's gonna give them another strong player in midfield. She's got some serious skills and experience, having played for the US national team too! 
. if she joins them, i think it'll be a great boost to their squad especially since they're already 6 points clear at the top 
, finally some recognition for the sport. hope she can bring that US expertise to the team and help them win that first wsl title since 2016 
. Can't say I'm surprised though - she's got skills for days 
️. The US women's team is like a well-oiled machine, and if Sam Coffey is good enough to win an Olympic gold, surely she can handle the WSL 
. Bring on the star-studded squad and let's get this title party started 
And she's got the skills to back it up too. I mean, who wouldn't want to play for City with such a talented squad? It's like they're getting the perfect piece of the puzzle. 
Plus, think about how much potential Coffey could bring to the team - it's like getting a superpower boost! 
️ I'm keeping my fingers crossed that she makes it happen and we get to see some epic games from her! 
...Manchester City's been tracking Sam Coffey for ages and they finally make a move! 
anyway tho sam coffey is probs gonna bring some fire 2 the pitch she's got mad skills & experience 
gotta give props to mancity 4 tracking her down it shows they r serious about takin that title 
I'm loving this transfer news, can't wait to see how it all unfolds 
. She's got some serious skills on the pitch and with experience playing for Portland Thorns, she must know what it takes to win. I mean, they did make it to the finals in 2024, right? 
. It'd make life so much easier for fans who are just trying to keep up with what's going on 
. But hey, at least we've got some awesome gossip channels like... well, you know 
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OMG, can you believe this?! Man City is on the hunt for Sam Coffey and it's gonna give them the edge they need to win that Women's Super League! 
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they've been doing pretty well lately with alyssa thompson and naomi girma already gone to chelsea 
and now coffey might be off too. but hey, football is all about transfer windows right? 
. sam coffey seems like a solid player, all that experience at the Olympics and with Portland Thorns is a big plus 
. manchester city needs this boost to win that WSL title they've been chasing since 2016