United States forward Lynn Williams is set to be traded by NJ/NY Gotham FC to the Seattle Reign FC, the teams announced on Friday.
The deal will see Williams as well as goalkeeper Cassie Miller head to the Reign in exchange for USWNT midfielder Jaelin Howell, an international roster slot and $70,000 in general allocation money.
"Lynn Williams is a proven winner with unmatched goal-scoring ability and a tireless work ethic," Reign general manager Lesle Gallimore said.
"Her impact extends beyond the pitch, as her leadership and reputation as an outstanding teammate are second to none and recognized globally. We couldn't be more excited to have both Cassie and Lynn join the Reign family."
Williams, 31, will join her fourth NWSL team in the last five seasons, having previously been with the North Carolina Courage, the Kansas City Current and Gotham FC. She also had loan spells in Australia with the Western Sydney Wanderers and the Melbourne Victory.
"I am honored to join Seattle Reign FC and step into this new opportunity in my career," said Williams.
"This is definitely another challenge for me. I can't wait to meet all you Reign fans and get to know more about the culture here. I'm excited to meet my teammates and hopefully build lasting connections on and off the field."
During her 10-year NWSL career, Williams has scored 83 goals in 188 league and cup appearances. In that time, she has been part of four NWSL Championship sides, as well as three NWSL Shield winners.
At international level, Williams has made 75 appearances for the U.S., scoring 21 goals and was part of the side that claimed the gold medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. She most recently scored the game-winner in the Americans' 2-1 win against the Netherlands earlier this month.
Howell, 25, has changed addresses even more than Williams, and is on her third club in less than a year. The two-time Hermann Trophy winner was traded from Racing Louisville to Seattle back in August, and made eight appearances with the Reign. She has been on the fringes of the USWNT, making five appearances with her most recent showing taking place in 2022.
"I am so excited to be joining Gotham, as it has proven to be an elite, championship-caliber club," said Howell.
"It is exactly what I am looking for at this point in my career, and I am eager to help the team further in its success. I can't wait to get started and work with the incredible staff and world-class players."
Miller, 29, was Gotham's starter for part of of the 2024 campaign, but was relegated to a reserve role following the team's acquisition of Ann-Katrin Berger. Miller has also played in the NWSL for the Chicago Red Stars from 2020-21 and the Kansas City Current from 2022-23.