Kansas City Current has signed Croix Bethune from Washington Spirit in a blockbuster trade. The 24-year-old playmaker joins the Current in a deal worth $1 million.

What happened?

The trade was announced on Wednesday, Feb. 11, with the Spirit receiving a significant amount in return for Bethune.

Why it matters for Kansas City Current

Bethune's signing is a major coup for the Current, who have been looking to strengthen their midfield. The 24-year-old has already made a name for herself in the NWSL, winning the Rookie of the Year award in 2024 and being named to the NWSL Second XI in 2025.

What comes next?

The Current will be looking to integrate Bethune into their squad as soon as possible, with the new season just around the corner. Bethune has also earned seven caps with the U.S. women's national team, scoring her first international goal last month against Chile. The Current were also involved in another major transaction, trading midfielder Claire Hutton to Bay FC in exchange for $1.1 million. Hutton, 20, has already earned NWSL Best XI First Team honors and has 13 caps with the USWNT. | Player | Transfer Fee | | Croix Bethune | $1 million | | Claire Hutton | $1.1 million |

The Current's president of soccer operations was not available for comment, but the team's fans will be excited to see how the new signings perform in the upcoming season.