McCabe on the move as Arsenal confirm end of 11-year stay
Katie McCabe will be moving to pastures new after Arsenal confirmed that the Republic of Ireland captain will leave the club at the end of the season.
The Dubliner has made over 300 appearances since joining the north London giants from Shelbourne in 2015, winning the Women's Champions League last year and the Women's Super League in 2019.
The 30-year-old's contract was due to expire at the end of the current campaign and with no agreement in place to extend it, speculation had grown that McCabe would not be retained.
In a statement on Thursday, Arsenal announced her impending departure and thanked McCabe for her service.
"Over more than a decade at Arsenal, Katie has made a significant and lasting contribution to the history and success of our football club," director of women's football Clare Wheatley said.
"Katie has led with passion and commitment, giving everything for the badge and forging a special bond with our supporters. She departs as a club legend and we are so proud of our shared journey together."
In a letter published on Arsenal's social media, McCabe wrote: "I grew up here. I built something to be proud of here. I’ve achieved every major trophy here, and it’s shaped me as a player and as a person.
"After more than a decade, it’s time for a new chapter to begin this summer for me. Thank you for the memories, the belief, the support and the love you’ve shown me from day one."
She will make her final appearance for the club on Saturday when the Gunners visit Liverpool, where her long-time Ireland team-mate Denise O'Sullivan currently plies her trade.
McCabe has been linked with a move to Arsenal's domestic rivals, including newly crowned WSL champions Manchester City.
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