Katie Stengel Leaves Liverpool for NJ/NY Gotham FC
Liverpool Women’s striker Katie Stengel has left the club to join American side NJ/NY Gotham FC on a permanent deal, having initially joined them on a short-term loan. Stengel had been a key player for Matt Beard’s side since joining from Valerenga at the start of 2022, scoring 17 goals in 33 league games and helping the Reds earn promotion back to the Women’s Super League.
After the season ended, Stengel returned to her native United States for a two-month loan at Gotham FC. Liverpool then announced that Stengel was set to return for the start of the new campaign after her time in New Jersey, with the expectation being that she would remain a key player. However, with the Women’s Super League transfer window closing on Thursday, she has now joined Gotham FC on a permanent basis.
Liverpool Confirm Permanent Deal for Katie Stengel
Liverpool confirmed Stengel’s departure on Wednesday, with the deal agreed for an undisclosed fee and Stengel signing a two-and-a-half-year contract. The 31-year-old expressed her excitement at the move, saying: “When I came to Gotham FC, I wanted to give everything I had to this temporary opportunity. I feel incredibly fortunate to continue at a club that is building the foundation of something special through professionalism and an exciting style of play.”
Stengel’s departure comes as a surprise, though the club recently brought in Norway forward Sophie Roman Haug along with English duo Mia Enderby and Natasha Flint. In a farewell message on her Instagram, Stengel wrote: “Thankful for a wonderful chapter with incredible teammates, fans, and support. I’ll always cherish my time in Liverpool. My awkward hands and ugly facial expressions may be leaving, but I’ll always be a fan cheering loud from afar!”
Katie Stengel’s Liverpool Career
Katie Stengel joined Liverpool from Valerenga at the start of 2022 and quickly established herself as a key player for Matt Beard’s side. After eight goals in 12 league games in her first half-season on Merseyside, she helped the Reds earn promotion back to the Women’s Super League. Stengel then struck nine times in 21 outings in the top flight.
Stengel was an important part of Liverpool’s success in the Women’s Super League and was a popular figure among supporters. She was known for her awkward hands and ugly facial expressions, which endeared her to fans and teammates alike. Her departure from Liverpool comes as a surprise, but she will be remembered fondly by everyone associated with the club.
NJ/NY Gotham FC Sign Katie Stengel
Katie Stengel has now joined NJ/NY Gotham FC on a permanent basis after initially joining them on a short-term loan. The deal was agreed for an undisclosed fee and Stengel signed a two-and-a-half-year contract. She expressed her excitement at the move, saying: “When I came to Gotham FC, I wanted to give everything I had to this temporary opportunity. I feel incredibly fortunate to continue at a club that is building the foundation of something special through professionalism and an exciting style of play.”
Stengel will be hoping to make an immediate impact at her new club and help them build on their recent success. NJ/NY Gotham FC have been one of the most successful teams in the National Women’s Soccer League over the past few seasons and are looking to build on their success in 2022. With Stengel now in their ranks, they will be hoping to challenge for honours this season.
Conclusion
Katie Stengel has left Liverpool Women’s to join NJ/NY Gotham FC on a permanent deal, having initially joined them on a short-term loan. Stengel had been a key player for Matt Beard’s side since joining from Valerenga at the start of 2022, scoring 17 goals in 33 league games and helping the Reds earn promotion back to the Women’s Super League.
Stengel will be hoping to make an immediate impact at her new club and help them build on their recent success. She expressed her excitement at the move, saying: “When I came to Gotham FC, I wanted to give everything I had to this temporary opportunity. I feel incredibly fortunate to continue at a club that is building the foundation of something special through professionalism and an exciting style of play.”
Stengel will be remembered fondly by everyone associated with Liverpool Women’s for