Transfer records were broken across the women's game in 2023-24 as the Women's Super League (WSL) saw 226 transfers -- a higher level of activity than each of the previous three seasons, according to Deloitte. Some notable deals included Mayra Ramirez's €450,000 move to Chelsea from Levante, breaking the women's transfer world record, and NWSL side Bay FC paying Madrid CFF €735,000 for Racheal Kundananji.
The January transfer window in the women's game saw international spending reach an all-time high, with clubs collectively trading approximately €1.96m in transfer fees, marking a significant increase from the previous season.
Major confirmed transfers in the women's game received grades based on their impact and value. Arsenal's loss of the WSL's all-time top goal scorer, Vivianne Miedema, to Man City on a free transfer was seen as a setback, while City's acquisition of Miedema was considered a monumental grab, strengthening their squad significantly.
Chelsea and Real Madrid both received positive grades for their transfer activities, with Chelsea parting ways with Melanie Leupolz and Real Madrid securing her services, adding experience to their midfield.
Paris Saint-Germain's signing of Griedge Mbock from Lyon was viewed as a significant coup, bolstering their defense with one of the best centre-backs in the world.
Liverpool's club-record fee for Canadian talent Jessie Smith was seen as a major boost, enhancing their squad and signaling their ambition for the upcoming season.
Wuhan Jianghan University's signing of Tabitha Chawinga and Olympique Lyonnais' acquisition of the Malawi attacker were notable moves that added firepower to their respective teams.
Real Madrid's capture of Redondo from Levante was seen as a strategic move to strengthen their attacking options, while Wolfsburg's loss of Janssen to Man United was balanced by the signing of Pajor by Barcelona.
Bayern Munich's acquisition of Oberdorf from Wolfsburg was considered a steal, as the young midfielder's potential made her transfer fee worthwhile.
West Ham United's signing of Szemik from Stade de Reims and VfL Wolfsburg's addition of Kielland from Brann were viewed as solid moves to bolster their squads.
Overall, the 2023-24 transfer window in women's football showcased significant activity and high-profile moves that are set to impact the upcoming season across various leagues.
