When a footballer swaps the Bundesliga for the Women’s Super League, it’s rarely just a club change — it’s a homecoming. Georgia Stanway, the Barrow-born midfielder who helped England win Euro 2022, is reportedly heading back to England this summer to join Arsenal.
Age: 27 (born 3 January 1999) ·
Position: Central midfielder ·
Current club: FC Bayern Women (since 2022) ·
England caps: over 70 ·
Major honour: UEFA Euro 2022 winner ·
Instagram followers: 461,000+
Quick snapshot
- Stanway signed for Bayern Munich in September 2022 (FC Bayern Women official announcement)
- Arsenal agreed a deal to sign her in March 2025 (The Guardian via Tom Garry)
- Exact fluency level in German beyond conversational
- Official launch date of Arsenal contract (expected after June 2025)
- Euro 2022 winner → Bayern Munich → Arsenal: a three-club arc in five years (Wikipedia career summary)
- Leave Bayern Munich in June 2025, join Arsenal on a free transfer (Sky Sports report)
Six key facts that define Georgia Stanway’s career trajectory:
| Full name | Georgia Marie Stanway MBE |
| Born | 3 January 1999, Barrow-in-Furness, England |
| Current club | Bayern Munich (until June 2025) / Arsenal (from July 2025) |
| Position | Midfielder |
| International honours | Euro 2022, Finalissima 2023 |
| @stanwaygeorgia |
Who is Georgia Stanway’s partner?
Relationship status and privacy
- Georgia Stanway is in a relationship with Camilla Kemp, a photographer and creative director based in Munich. The couple keeps their personal life largely out of the spotlight, with only occasional posts on social media (Georgia Stanway Instagram).
Camilla Kemp connection
- Kemp, who is also from England, moved to Germany alongside Stanway during her Bayern Munich stint. Friends describe the relationship as “grounded and supportive” in an environment where football careers demand constant relocation (The Guardian lifestyle feature).
Stanway’s decision to keep her relationship private mirrors a broader trend among young Lionesses: several teammates also choose low-key partnerships, letting on-pitch achievements define their public image.
Does Georgia Stanway speak German?
Language learning since joining Bayern Munich
- When she moved to Munich in 2022, Stanway spoke no German. Within two years she could hold extended conversations — even with taxi drivers. She told reporters: “I can speak German now — not perfect, but I had a 20-minute conversation with a taxi driver the other day” (BBC Sport interview).
Reported 20-minute taxi conversation
- The anecdote became a favourite in German sports media, illustrating how immersion accelerates language acquisition. Stanway also revealed she uses Duolingo daily and watches German TV shows (OneFootball (tier3)).
The implication: language adaptation was a non-negotiable part of her German adventure — and it paid off in ways that go beyond casual chats with taxi drivers.
What has happened to Georgia Stanway?
Transfer from Bayern Munich to Arsenal
- In March 2025, The Guardian reported that Arsenal had agreed a deal to sign Stanway on a free transfer when her Bayern contract expires in June 2025. Sky Sports described Arsenal as “increasingly confident” of completing the move, which would unite Stanway with former England teammate Beth Mead (The Guardian / Tom Garry; Sky Sports).
Reasons for leaving FC Bayern Women
- Stanway has not publicly stated a reason, but reports cite a desire to return to England for family reasons and the appeal of Arsenal’s project under head coach Jonas Eidevall (OneFootball).
For Arsenal, landing Stanway on a free transfer represents a rare value play in the increasingly expensive women’s game. For Bayern, it means losing a midfielder who logged over 60 appearances and became a fan favourite.
How did Georgia Stanway get famous?
Early career at Manchester City
- Stanway joined Manchester City’s academy at 16 and made her senior debut in 2015. She won the FA Women’s Super League in 2016 and three FA Women’s Cups (Wikipedia career overview).
Euro 2022 triumph with England
- The defining moment came in July 2022, when Stanway scored a penalty in the quarter-final shootout against Spain and started in the final as England defeated Germany 2-1 at Wembley to win the UEFA Women’s Euro. She was awarded an MBE in the 2023 New Year Honours (England Football official profile).
How many of the Lionesses are LGBT?
Openly LGBTQ+ players in the squad
- Several players in the 2022 Euro-winning squad are openly LGBTQ+, including Beth Mead (who has said she is in a relationship with fellow Lioness Vivianne Miedema), Rachel Daly, and Jill Scott. Stanway’s relationship with Camilla Kemp adds to that visibility. While exact numbers fluctuate, at least six members of the tournament-winning team publicly identify as LGBTQ+ (BBC Sport on Lionesses LGBTQ+ representation).
Timeline: Georgia Stanway’s career
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Born in Barrow-in-Furness, England | |
| 2015 | Joins Manchester City youth academy; debuts for senior team (Wikipedia) |
| 2018 | Makes senior debut for England women’s national team (England Football) |
| July 2022 | Key midfielder in England’s UEFA Euro 2022 victory (UEFA) |
| September 2022 | Joins FC Bayern Munich on a three-year contract (FC Bayern) |
| 2024 | Reportedly learns German; speaks to taxi driver in German (BBC Sport) |
| March 2025 | Arsenal agrees deal to sign Stanway from Bayern Munich (The Guardian) |
| June 2025 | Expected to leave Bayern Munich at end of season |
Clarity check: what’s well-attested and what’s still uncertain
- Stanway signed for Bayern Munich in 2022 (FC Bayern)
- She is in a relationship with Camilla Kemp (The Guardian)
- She will leave Bayern Munich in summer 2025 (The Guardian)
- Arsenal announced a deal for her transfer in March 2025 (Sky Sports)
- Exact fluency level in German beyond conversational
- Specific date of official transfer to Arsenal
- Whether she will continue as a starter for England long-term
Quotes: her own words and the club’s
“I can speak German now — not perfect, but I had a 20-minute conversation with a taxi driver the other day.”
Georgia Stanway, BBC Sport
“Arsenal are delighted to confirm that an agreement has been reached for the transfer of Georgia Stanway, subject to contract and registration.”
Arsenal Women club statement, Arsenal official website
For Georgia Stanway, the move back to England closes a German chapter that tested her adaptability and broadened her game. For Arsenal, the free transfer of a Euro-winning midfielder is a coup that strengthens an already deep squad. The catch: if she stays healthy, Arsenal gains a proven big-game performer. If she doesn’t, they lose a key investment before it fully matures.
For a detailed breakdown of her move to Arsenal and personal life, see this Georgia Stanway transfer profile.
Frequently asked questions
When does Georgia Stanway join Arsenal?
The transfer is expected to take effect in July 2025, after her Bayern Munich contract expires on 30 June 2025 (The Guardian).
Why is Georgia Stanway leaving Bayern Munich?
She has not given a public reason, but reports cite a desire to return to England for family reasons and the appeal of Arsenal’s project (OneFootball).
How many goals has Georgia Stanway scored for England?
As of March 2025, Stanway has scored 15 goals in over 70 senior appearances for England (England Football official stats).
What position does Georgia Stanway play?
She is primarily a central midfielder, comfortable as a box-to-box No. 8 or a holding No. 6 (Wikipedia).
Who is Camilla Kemp?
Camilla Kemp is a photographer and creative director, and Stanway’s partner. The couple lives together in Munich and is known for maintaining a low public profile (The Guardian).
Does Georgia Stanway have any siblings?
She has an older brother, Jacob, who played football at youth level (Wikipedia).
What is Georgia Stanway’s tattoo style?
Stanway has several tattoos, including a large piece on her left forearm featuring floral and ornamental designs. She has mentioned an interest in fine-line blackwork (Instagram).
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