Transfers
Also on the move is defender Kim Joo-heon, who has returned to Jeonnam Dragons following his loan spell with Geoje Citizen.
Phair takes European step
Phair completed a permanent move from Angel City FC to Feyenoord on Tuesday for an undisclosed fee, signing a contract with the Dutch club until mid-2029.
The 19-year-old returns to Europe having spent the second half of the 2025 season on loan with Swedish side Djurgardens IF before rejoining Angel City for the 2026 campaign.
“I’m proud to continue my football career at Feyenoord,” said Phair. “I’ve already heard a lot of positive things about the club, so I’m really excited to get started.
“I would describe myself as a physical player who makes a lot of runs and likes to score goals. I’m looking forward to helping the team in every way possible.”
The forward made eight appearances for Angel City this season and earned her first NWSL start in May before securing the move to Rotterdam.
Phair made history at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 when, aged 16 years and 26 days, she became the youngest player to appear in the tournament.
Kim back with Jeonnam
In Korea Republic, defender Kim Joo-heon returned to K League 2 side Jeonnam Dragons on Monday following the conclusion of his loan spell with Geoje Citizen.
The 29-year-old centre-back had been with the K4 League outfit since November 2024 and will now rejoin Jeonnam for the remainder of the campaign.
Also joining kim is Suwon FC midfielder Jang Yun-ho, who was part of the men’s football squad for the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games and contributed to winning the gold medal.
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