Mary Earps has made the significant move from Manchester United to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on a free transfer, marking a new chapter in her football career. With five successful years behind her at Manchester United, Earps had carved out a reputation in women’s football. She’s on the cusp of her next move. Now, she wants to take her game to a new level and experience an entirely new learning environment.
For Earps, the transition wasn’t an easy one. On the eve of her leaving Manchester United, she had a freak-out on the decision she was making. Looking back on her experience at the club and the conflict she faced. At the end of the day she confessed that she thought she was “robbing a living.” As unsettling as all of that felt, she knew she had to pursue the other side of her comfort zone in order to keep developing as a player.
Motivated by Growth
Earps’s decision to leave Manchester United came from a want to develop herself and to attack the game in a different way. She expressed her desire to focus on herself, to take herself out of her comfort zone. Earps spoke to the importance of change and personal growth. She said that being away from it only serves to deepen the feelings of love and appreciation.
Personal discussions with her coach and fellow teammates were pivotal in shaping her decision. “I honestly went in thinking, ‘I hope I don’t embarrass myself,’” she shared, indicating the pressure she felt about her performance. Those conversations contributed to her understanding that facing difficulties was critical to her development.
During her two-and-a-half years at Manchester United, Earps was never really comfortable with being the first choice goalkeeper. This uncertainty played a big role in her motivation to look for greener pastures. She was proud too of her achievements at club level, notably starting in all but one match as England claimed their first major senior trophy at the Euros. She always viewed her career with the England team as a work in progress.
A Difficult Yet Rewarding Transition
In retrospect, leaving Manchester United was clearly not an easy choice for Earps. She enjoyed it there and the success she found with the team. Still, she knew that in order to take her game and her career to the next level, something had to change. She entered into extended contract negotiations with Manchester United, but ultimately chose to move on. This journey of discovery brought her to signing with PSG.
Although it’s just eight caps, Earps says she’s proud of the time she spent in an England shirt. She doesn’t think she’s done doing big things yet. Her transfer to Paris Saint-Germain is a big club switch. It really opens the door to all new experiences and thrilling challenges on the international stage.
As England look to reclaim their Euros title this summer, Earps’s dedication to self-improvement will be a vital asset. Her transfer from Manchester United to PSG represents a shrewd move on her part. It seeks to increase her performance levels and cement her position amongst the very best goalkeepers in women’s football.
Looking Ahead
Now at PSG, Mary Earps has moved into a new chapter of her career, one full of high hopes and expectations. The club provides her an exhilarating opportunity to experience a completely different coaching style. She will be going head-to-head with many of the top talents in European football. The experience she stands to gain at PSG would only further bolster her contributions to the England national team.
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