Newcastle United Women have confirmed the signing of Morgan Gautrat on loan from Orlando Pride, with the midfielder joining the Magpies until the end of December.

Gautrat, a two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion with the United States, arrives in England after spending the last 18 months in the NWSL. During her time in Orlando, she made 31 appearances and played a key role in their 2024 campaign, where the club set a league record with 60 points, lifting both the NWSL Shield and the Championship.

Key Points:

• Gautrat joins Newcastle United Women on loan until December

• The midfielder won the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2015 and 2019 with the USWNT

• She made 31 appearances for Orlando Pride, winning the 2024 NWSL Shield and Championship

• Previous clubs include Kansas City Current, Chicago Red Stars, and Lyon

Her career also includes a successful spell with Chicago Red Stars, a stint at Kansas City Current, and a short stay at Lyon in 2018, where she helped secure the French Division 1 title. Internationally, she has earned 88 caps for the USWNT, featuring in the 2016 Olympic Games and two World Cup triumphs.

Speaking about her move, Gautrat said she has felt “welcomed with open arms” at Newcastle and is motivated to bring leadership and leave a lasting mark with the team.

Manager Becky Langley expressed her delight at the signing, highlighting Gautrat’s winning mentality and the value she will add both on and off the pitch. “She has performed at the highest level for her whole career and brings with her experience of winning some of the game’s biggest trophies. Morgan is a leader, and we are excited to start working with her.”

With Gautrat’s arrival, Newcastle United Women gain not only an accomplished midfielder but also a player with the pedigree to inspire the squad as they continue to build their ambitions.