Crystal Palace have completed the signing of NJ/NY Gotham FC striker Katie Stengel on a permanent contract.
The Eagles announced the news via a post on their club’s official website This evening.
Stengel joins Crystal Palace after spending a season playing in the American National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) with NJ/NY Gotham FC. She has signed a two-year contract with the Eagles.
The 32-year-old is a highly experienced player who has played in several top leagues around the world. During her career, Stengel has played in America, Germany, Australia, Norway And England.
Prior to joining NJ/NY Gotham FC, Stengel spent 18 months at Liverpool. The forward helped the Reds win the Barclays Women’s Championship in 2021/22 before scoring nine goals in 21 top-flight appearances the following season.
Stengel is a genuine goalscorer and will be hoping to help Crystal Palace make a successful transition to the Barclays Women’s Super League this season.
After joining Crystal Palace, Stengel said: “It’s been a whirlwind, I’m really happy to be here. I loved the WSL when I was playing in England so I’m just happy to be back and have this opportunity.”
Stengel is Crystal Palace’s 13th signing of the summer transfer window.
