Naomi Girma, who currently plays for the San Diego Wave of the National Women's Soccer League, is being pursued by several European clubs, with Chelsea reportedly leading the race to sign the star defender.

San Diego Wave FC granted Jaedyn Shaw's wish, sending the midfielder, part of the U.S. national team, to the North Carolina Courage.

U.S. national team midfielder Jaedyn Shaw has been acquired by the North Carolina Courage in a trade with the San Diego Wave.

The last year for the San Diego Wave has included a number of notable departures. That continued Tuesday morning with the club announcing a trade that sends 20-year-old star forward Jaedyn Shaw to North Carolina.

A week after hiring Jonas Eidevall as head coach, San Diego Wave FC made three significant roster changes in preparation for the 2025 season. The Wave acquired 19-year-old Nigerian striker Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, 22-year-old German forward Gia Corley and traded midfielder Jaedyn Shaw to NC Courage.

This NWSL offseason marks a new era, and it was ushered in by U.S. emerging talent Jaedyn Shaw requesting a trade from the San Diego Wave to the North Carolina Courage. As of Wednesday, Jan. 15, teams can no longer trade players without their consent under the new collective bargaining agreement — bargained for and ratified by the league,