Saudi Arabia Women’s Head Coach Lluís Cortés Negotiating $200 Million Contract and $300 Million Monthly Salary with Chloe Kelly; Her Response Stuns Arsenal Fans.

Saudi Arabia Women’s Head Coach Lluís Cortés Negotiating $200 Million Contract and $300 Million Monthly Salary with Chloe Kelly; Her Response Stuns Arsenal Fans.

 

 

 

In a move that has shocked the footballing world, Saudi Arabia Women’s National Team head coach Lluís Cortés is reportedly in talks to secure the signature of England international Chloe Kelly. The staggering offer on the table includes a $200 million long-term contract and an unprecedented $300 million monthly salary — figures that have raised eyebrows and sparked intense debate across the football community.

Cortés, who took over the Saudi Arabia women’s team as part of the kingdom’s broader effort to grow women’s sports, has been on a mission to attract top-tier talent from around the world. Bringing in a player like Chloe Kelly — best known for scoring the winning goal in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 final — would mark a major statement of intent for the nation’s football ambitions.

The financial offer, if confirmed, would make Kelly not only the highest-paid female footballer in history but also eclipse most top-tier male salaries by a wide margin. Critics have questioned the sustainability and fairness of such spending, while others view it as a bold step toward gender parity in sports, albeit with geopolitical undertones.

However, what truly sent shockwaves through the footballing world — particularly among Arsenal fans — was Chloe Kelly’s rumored response to the offer.

According to sources close to the negotiations, Kelly respectfully declined the initial proposal, citing her commitment to staying in European football and her desire to compete at the highest level with her current club and country. Arsenal fans, who had quietly hoped for a potential move back to North London (where Kelly started her youth career), were left stunned but also proud of her decision.

“Chloe’s focus has always been on the game itself,” said a source familiar with the player’s thinking. “She respects what Saudi Arabia is trying to build, but for her, it’s not just about money. It’s about legacy, competition, and her personal values.”

While some have speculated that the door isn’t completely closed — especially with such astronomical figures involved — Kelly’s stance sends a clear message about the importance of sporting integrity and career priorities beyond financial incentives.

Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, is expected to continue pursuing top international stars to bolster their women’s league and national team programs. With the kingdom investing billions into sports, including football, boxing, golf, and Formula 1, this latest attempt to recruit Chloe Kelly signals a wider strategy to fast-track development and gain global recognition.

Lluís Cortés, formerly head coach of FC Barcelona Femení, is no stranger to elite-level success. Under his guidance, Barcelona won the UEFA Women’s Champions League in 2021. His vision for Saudi Arabia’s team reportedly includes a mix of homegrown talent and high-profile international players — and Kelly would’ve been the centerpiece of that strategy.

For now, however, Chloe Kelly remains committed to her current path — and Arsenal fans, though surprised, continue to support her unwavering dedication to the sport.