Today, the Portland Thorns have signed midfielder Cassandra Bogere via transfer from Toppserien's (Norway) SK Brann Kvinner. It is for an undisclosed fee with the contract running through the 2028 season with a 2029 club option.
“Cassandra is an exciting and emerging young talent who fits the profile of player we’re looking for as we continue preparations for the 2026 season,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “She is dynamic and disciplined in central midfield with an ability to contribute in and out of possession. With almost 100 professional appearances as a 20-year-old and meaningful experience on the pitch in a winning environment, we welcome Cassandra as a valuable addition to our roster.”
Bogere made her professional debut at just 16-years old with her hometown club, Toppserien’s Røa IL. She earned 54 appearances across all competitions.
In 2025, she helped guide Brann to the 2025 Toppserien title in November and scored twice in 22 appearances (13 starts) last season. The midfielder also played in five matches in the qualifying rounds for both the 2025/26 UEFA Women’s Champions League and UEFA Women’s Europa Cup.
Internationally, she has earned nine appearances for the Norway Youth National Team (U-19).
This continues the youth movement filled with high-upside and high-potential players for Jeff Agoos and the front office.
This is the first midfielder the club have added since the departure of captain Sam Coffey to Manchester City.
