Khadija Shaw Eyes Manchester City Future Amid Expiring WSL Contract

Manchester City ended a decade-long wait for the Women's Super League trophy with a 4-1 win over West Ham, yet the future of Golden Boot winner Khadija Shaw remains unresolved as the forward's contract with the newly crowned champions is due to expire.

Shaw struck twice on the final day to move to 21 league goals for the campaign, then celebrated with the WSL trophy after City finally finished above long-time title holders Chelsea, helped by second-place Arsenal dropping points against Brighton earlier in the week.

The Jamaica international has produced outstanding numbers since joining the club, reaching 101 direct goal contributions in the WSL, made up of 83 goals and 18 assists, and becoming only the sixth player in league history to pass the 100 mark.

Yet the 29-year-old may have played a last league match for Manchester City, with no contract extension confirmed and strong reports linking a possible switch to Chelsea, even though Shaw has made clear where personal preference lies when speaking after lifting the trophy.

Manchester is where I would want to be, Shaw said.But,ultimately, we will see.I just want to enjoy [the trophy lift]. It's my first one [title], there have been a lot of emotions. It's been a long season of grind, hard work, ups and downs. But ultimately, we live for this, and I can't wait to go and celebrate.

Shaw's scoring record and all-round threat have been central to Manchester City ending Chelsea's six-year grip on the WSL, with the club securing a first league crown in 10 years and finally converting consistent performances across a demanding season into silverware.

Head coach Andree Jeglertz praised the way the players managed the pressure surrounding the title race and off-field uncertainties, with the squad closing out the campaign with a convincing performance despite several looming contract questions and speculation about future moves.

I've stopped being impressed by this team because they always deliver, he said. They are so focused on the task. I am not surprised, but I am proud they were able to do that. There are a lot of things going on at this moment, and they still put in a good performance.

Manchester City now await a final decision over Shaw's future after a season defined by clinical finishing and consistent team displays, with the new champions celebrating a long-awaited WSL success while key contract negotiations continue in the background.