Naomi Girma is women's soccer's first million-dollar player after transfer

Chelsea announced the signing of Girma. Reports say the English champions have spent $1.1 million on the transfer.

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Yahoo Sports - Jan. 21
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CBS Sports - Jan. 16
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The New York Times - Jan. 13
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The Guardian - Jan. 12
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