Guro has signed a new contract with the club. Excellent news.

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/article/reiten-signs-new-deal-with-chelsea?

Chelsea are delighted to confirm winger Guro Reiten has signed a new deal with the club, which includes an option to extend until 2026.

 

The 29-year-old has been integral to the Blues since arriving from LSK Kvinner in her native Norway in 2019. She has played a pivotal role in our trophy successes, with four Women’s Super League titles, three FA Cups, two League Cups, and the Community Shield lifted.

‘I’ve been here four years now and I’ve loved every second of it,' said Reiten. 'It feels like my second family and I have some really good friends here. I enjoy my time on and off the pitch and there is no place I’d rather be.’

General manager Paul Green added: ‘We’re really happy to give Guro a new deal and reward her for excellent performance. Guro is an important player for us and we look forward to seeing that continue over the upcoming years.'
 

 

Guro celebrates a fourth consecutive WSL title with compatriot Maren Mjelde at the end of the 2022/23 season

 

During the 2022/23 campaign, the Norwegian international enjoyed an excellent season in blue.

She made 39 appearances, the most of any player in the squad, and scored 13 goals, including strikes away to Lyon and Barcelona, as we reached the semi-finals of the Champions League.

The consistency and quality of her performances did not go unnoticed. She picked up several Player of the Match awards as she starred in our quest towards another WSL and FA Cup Double.

She was also part of the PFA Team of the Year and nominated for the Women’s Ballon d’Or.

 

 

The 29-year-old has received plenty of individual recognition for her contributions to the team's success

International recognition came in the form of the 2022 Norwegian Football Association Women’s Player of the Year award. She represented her country at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand this summer where Norway reached the last 16.

Everyone at Chelsea wishes to congratulate Guro, and we look forward to seeing her continue to thrive for the Blues in the years to come.

Excellent news.

Now I don't have to bother about changing my profile pic for another 3 years LOL

Brilliant news, I thought Guro would be one of the players that moved on when Emma does! At 29, and reliant on pace, maybe she'll see the rest of her career out here!

Great news. Now get here mate Sam signed up too!

Back in training. Yes!!

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/article/the-making-of-me-guro-reiten

Now in her fifth season at Chelsea, Guro Reiten reflects on her footballing journey to date and reveals her passions away from the pitch.

 

It does not require much time in the company of Guro Reiten to understand why she has become a firm favourite at Chelsea among teammates, coaches, and supporters alike.

The 29-year-old has an infectious personality and a positive outlook. She has also blossomed into one of the world's finest wingers and made significant contributions on and off the pitch in her time with the Blues.

It all started for Reiten in the picturesque Norwegian village of Sunndalsora. It is a place surrounded by mountains and not somewhere that would be viewed as a production hub for elite-level footballers.

Yet Reiten's story is one of dedication. She practiced daily, honed her craft. It set her on the path to Stamford Bridge.

‘I’m from a very small place and football was what we were all doing,' she recalls. 'I remember when we got a break at school, I was the first one out on the pitch. We only had 10 minutes to play a game, so we had to be quick.

‘Then after school, it was the same. Always playing. Our parents would have to come and get us home to eat dinner and go to bed. For me, fun was just hanging out with my friends and playing football.’

 

 

 

Reiten played multiple positions in those development years. But she eventually progressed to the attacking end of the pitch and established herself as a winger. It laid the foundations for her to become one of the most talented players on the world stage.

She says: ‘I played in every position as my Mum was my coach. When you’re a kid, you have to swap around because nobody wants to play defender and nobody wants to go in goal, so we had to do all sorts of things in every position.

‘I have a lot of photos of me in goal, but now I’m not tall enough I don’t think! I was slowly going towards the attacking positions.’

 

 

 

Having her mother as her coach meant Reiten received honest feedback. The Chelsea winger admits it wasn't always easy to hear but the ‘firm but fair’ approach has helped her remain humble in the professional game.

‘I’ve been lucky to have so many great coaches throughout my career,' she says. 'My parents' support meant everything. They drove to every game and they still watch every game that I play. I get the best feedback, but sometimes it's the hardest.

‘My Mum is the tough one, she is very honest and if I haven’t played great then I need a bit of time before I call her because I might not like what she is going to say. It’s nice because it keeps me down to earth, she is honest but fair.’

 

 

 

Away from football, Reiten, who signed a new contract with Chelsea in November, highlights the importance of spending time with friends and family.

She has an adventurous side with hiking among her pastimes as well as painting, evidence that her creativity goes beyond the dimensions of a football pitch.

‘Living away from my friends and family, it’s a busy schedule when I do go home,' she says. 'The most important thing to me is spending time with them. I love hiking in the mountains. I would go skiing if I could, but I can’t do that right now while I’m playing football! When I retire I’d like to do that.

‘I love painting, that’s my hobby. It’s been something I’ve been doing when I need to cool down and not think too much. During Covid, we had a lot of time alone at home. I kept that with me because it’s like meditation for me.’

 

Wasn't the anticipated picture 😅 but this is great too.

 

 

I wonder what Guro thinks of Irn Bru. Not Ivan Brew as described by whoever posted the video.

Aaahhh!!!

45 minutes ago, Boyne said:

Aaahhh!!!

Keep it private @Boyne !

2 hours ago, Valerie said:

Keep it private @Boyne !

I'll try but it's the smile that does it for me!

As it was her birthday yesterday.

Still doesn't look a day over 16!

3 minutes ago, Mod said:

Still doesn't look a day over 16!

Has a beautiful smile too.

https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/article/guro-reiten-contract-extended

Chelsea is delighted to announce that an option to extend Guro Reiten’s contract until 2026 has been triggered.

 

Since joining from LSK Kvinner in her native Norway in 2019, the 30-year-old has established herself as a key component to the Blues’ success. She has played a pivotal role in helping the club win five Women’s Super League titles, three FA Cups, two League Cups, and the Community Shield.

A versatile left-footed player, Reiten has made 177 appearances for Chelsea to date and recently surpassed 50 goals scored, reaching the milestone in a UEFA Champions League match against FC Twente.

Reiten is the third top goalscorer in our current squad and our fifth all-time top scorer in the WSL with 35 goals in 102 appearances, having recently reached the century landmark against Manchester United in November 2024.

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Watch all of Guro Reiten's goals as she reaches the milestone of 50 goals for Chelsea...

 

Last season, she enjoyed a strong end to the campaign as the Blues lifted a fifth consecutive league trophy. A standout display against Bristol City saw Reiten score four goals in an emphatic 8-0 win, a victory which helped put the club in pole position to retain our WSL title.

The Norway international’s contributions on the pitch have been acknowledged with a number of individual accolades since her move to London.

In 2022, she won the Norwegian Golden Ball and was named in the PFA Team of the Year for the 2021/22 and 2022/23 seasons, while also being nominated for the prestigious Ballon d’Or.

This season, Reiten won November’s WSL Player of the Month award and was also included in the 77-player shortlist for The Best FIFA Women's XI.

On the international stage, Reiten has represented her country at two European Championships and two World Cups. She has scored 21 goals for Norway – who she has also captained on several occasions - and is closing in on 100 appearances.

Everyone at Chelsea wishes to congratulate Guro and we look forward to seeing her continue to thrive in blue.

Back in training.