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LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 20: Sjoeke Nusken of Chelsea shoots during the UEFA Women’s Champions League match between Chelsea FC and Celtic FC at Stamford Bridge on November 20, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Sjoeke Nusken is reportedly frustrated with Chelsea and is considering a move away from the club in the future.

The 25-year-old is contracted with Chelsea until 2027, after renewing her current deal in October.

However, it has been a frustrating season for Nusken, who has seen a drastic reduction in her playing time.

Why is Sjoeke Nusken considering a Chelsea exit?

The BBC have reported that Sjoeke Nusken is considering her Chelsea future as she is becoming “increasingly frustrated” with her lack of game time.

Nusken, who joined Chelsea in 2023, made 74 appearances in all competitions across her first two seasons at the club.

During that time, she scored 17 goals and provided eight assists.

However, this season she has started just two games in the WSL across seven appearances. She has also been left as an unused substitute during key games, including draws with Barcelona, Arsenal and Liverpool and victories over West Ham, Tottenham and Brighton.

Sjoeke Nusken signed a new contract in OctoberNusken first reportedly hinted at a future Chelsea exit in an interview with German news outlet Wa.de last summer.

She added: “Last year, things didn’t go quite as well as I had hoped. Let’s see how it goes this year. After that, we’ll see – there are a few doors open where I can go.”

Despite this, she signed a new deal with Chelsea in October. Although reports in December claimed she was open to a move away from Chelsea amid European interest.

When could Nusken leave Chelsea?

Despite concerns over her game time, Nusken is unlikely to leave Chelsea on WSL transfer deadline day.

However, Nusken could be on her way out this summer if her situation does not improve.

Chelsea have been pursuing a new midfielder late on during the winter transfer window.

Sonia Bompastor’s side could make a second attempt at signing PSG’s Jennifer Echegini.

Young English midfielder Lexi Potter has also been linked with a loan to Leicester City. However, Chelsea are not willing to let her go unless they sign a new midfielder.

Potter, like Nusken, has struggled for game time, playing just 29 minutes in the WSL this season.