’I’m so happy because I have a plan for my life and my career, and Chelsea were a part of that plan,’ said Malard, who recently turned 26. ‘I am also really looking forward to playing at Stamford Bridge on a regular basis. The forward had already featured in Lyon’s victorious Champions League campaigns the two seasons previously when, following a successful loan spell at FC Fleury 91, Malard returned to come off the bench in the 2020 Champions League final. We are thrilled to welcome Melvine to Stamford Bridge, and we can’t wait to see her in blue! Never miss a moment of Melvine Malard in a blue shirt at Stamford Bridge by securing your 26/27 Barclays WSL season ticket.