Head coach’s previous deal ran until 2028
Bompastor won domestic treble in first season
Sonia Bompastor has agreed a contract extension as Chelsea’s head coach, the Guardian can reveal, as the club issue a strong signal of trust and confidence in the Frenchwoman.
Bompastor has been in charge at Chelsea since the summer of 2024, when she succeeded Emma Hayes on a deal to 2028. The 45-year-old completed a domestic season unbeaten during her first year and won a treble, as well as reaching the Women’s Champions League semi-finals.
News of her new deal comes despite the defending champions having slipped to third, 12 points behind the Women’s Super League leaders, Manchester City. According to sources the extension was agreed before Chelsea’s recent back-to-back losses against Arsenal and City and both parties retain full belief in one another.
