Jamaican international defender Chantelle Swaby has signed a two-year contract with Leicester City, pending league and international approval.
The 25-year-old joins the Foxes on a permanent deal following her departure from FC Fleury 91 in France’s Première Ligue. Swaby, who has 38 international caps and has competed in both the World Cup and CONCACAF championships since her debut in 2018, brings significant experience to her new club.
“It feels great to have signed for Leicester City. I know this will be a really good experience and a great challenge for me, and I’m really excited,” Swaby told LCFC.com. “Playing as the home team at King Power Stadium will be a whole different experience, and I’m really looking forward to getting started with my teammates and meeting the supporters.”
Born in Connecticut, USA, Swaby’s footballing journey began in 2016 with the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Rutgers University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. Her professional career started in March 2020 when she was drafted in the fourth round by National Women’s Soccer League outfit Sky Blue FC.
Adds invaluable experience to an already talented squad
Swaby then spent a year with Rangers in the Scottish Women’s Premier League before moving to French top-flight side FC Fleury 91, where she made 33 appearances and helped the club to a fourth-place finish.
Swaby’s arrival at Leicester City adds invaluable experience to an already talented squad, bolstering the defensive unit at Belvoir Drive ahead of the club’s fourth consecutive season in the Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL). The 2024-25 WSL season begins on September 21.
Her signing marks a significant step in strengthening Leicester City’s defensive line-up, and the club is optimistic about the impact she will make. Swaby’s versatility and experience at the international level are expected to be major assets as the Foxes aim for a successful season.
