Jamaican striker Khadija "Bunny" Shaw signed a new four-year contract extension with the Manchester City Women’s team on Monday [1, 2].
The deal secures one of the most prolific scorers in the Women's Super League (WSL) for the club, preventing a potential departure to rivals Chelsea [3].
Shaw, who is 29 years old [2], has spent nine seasons with Manchester City [1]. Her commitment to the club extends the agreement through 2030 [2]. The extension comes following a dominant individual campaign where she earned the WSL Golden Boot.
During the current season, Shaw scored 21 goals [5]. Her ability to consistently find the back of the net has made her a focal point of the Manchester City attack, a role the club sought to protect against external interest [3].
Reports indicated that Chelsea had expressed interest in the striker prior to the signing [3]. By securing her services for another four years, Manchester City ensures stability in their forward line as they compete for domestic and international titles.
Shaw has become a mainstay in the Manchester lineup since her arrival nearly a decade ago [1]. The long-term nature of the contract reflects the club's trust in her continued productivity as she enters her 30s [2].
“Khadija "Bunny" Shaw signed a new four-year contract extension with the Manchester City Women’s team”
This contract extension is a strategic move by Manchester City to maintain a competitive edge in the WSL. By locking down a Golden Boot winner through 2030, the club not only retains a primary scoring threat but also blocks a direct rival, Chelsea, from strengthening their squad with a proven elite striker.
