In a thrilling development for soccer fans, Angel City FC's star forward Alyssa Thompson has taken off for London on a transfer mission. Sources reveal that the six-time reigning English champions, Chelsea, are keen to finalize a deal before the transfer window slams shut at 11 p.m. local time on Thursday.

Although a formal agreement between Angel City and Chelsea hasn’t been reached yet, Thompson's flight to London indicates that a transfer negotiation is well underway. The 20-year-old sensation missed Angel City’s recent match, which has only fueled speculation about her future.

Thompson has been lighting up the pitch this season, scoring six goals and providing two assists for Angel City. This comes on the heels of her three-year contract extension signed earlier this year that keeps her with the team through the 2028 season. Interestingly, her sister Gisele also extended her stay, showcasing an incredible family legacy in the sport.

What makes Thompson's journey even more remarkable? She was the first player ever drafted straight out of high school, quickly making waves in the NWSL after being selected No. 1 overall. Just last year, she made her debut with the senior U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) and became the youngest player on the squad at the 2023 World Cup at just 18.

Chelsea is already home to top American talents like Catarina Macario and Naomi Girma, the latter of whom was signed for a staggering record fee of $1.1 million in January. It seems Chelsea’s strategy to strengthen their roster with USWNT stars is relentless, and they are not shy about investing in talent.

With the recent record transfer fee of $1.5 million for Mexican forward Lizbeth Ovalle, it's anticipated that the fee for Thompson will exceed $1 million. Will Chelsea snag this rising star before the deadline? Stay tuned!