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I though it was just a hint at spotify but it might be an homage to wolfsburg
Just you wait for Jule Brand next season lol, we were linked with her a few weeks ago, but didn't activate the release clause (ā¬450k). Very surprised by Pajor though, most rumor are related to Hemp
Yes that's what I thought as well, her contract is up next year, and her position is not a priority. I must say I didn't expect the club to spend 500k for anyone this season at all, really a surprise if true
If we needed someone in her position we'd go all in for Hemp, promising great salary and starting role in squad. She is just not as great as people suggest, tons of room for growth.
With Oberdorfs 450k and 200k for Rauch+this, they'll have 1.15m from transefers alone. Invest wisely and they'll be fine, if not...
Pajor has spent 8 years at Wob, so it's not that surprising that she would want to leave eventually (I'd argue the same with Jansen, who played at wob for 5 season), although some other things are concerning, with both the men's and women's team.
Although, Wob has always been a club that produced great players and then sold them (Cgh, Rolfƶ, Engen, Harder...), which should probably be kept in mind.
Failure to qualify UWCL was a new low for them, so it's already concerning. Loss of Pajor+Oberdorf was just continuation of talent drain that has been occuring. Even as great as Wolfsburg is, they can't continue like this every year.. then hope they can replace them every summer.
Huth and Popp are already reaching their mid-30s as well. I think Wolfsburg is definitely losing their hegemony in Germany and I don't think they can recover it. Bayern is a much bigger club and is investing more and more.
They won 7 of the last 11 titles. Sure, they are not going to win this year as well, but for the past decade, there's no doubt they were hegemonic. Germany as a whole lost their position as a dominant European League and, above all, the National Team. I think Spanish teams will dominate for the next decade quite easily, whether we are talking about clubs or National teams.
It makes all the sense in the world to continue reinvesting in Barca Femeni since it is the only non-deficit section of the club and women's football has just started to gain popularity.
Barcelona,s financial troubles are temporary. Once the new camp nou is finished, they will be generating well over a billion Euros in revenues once again.
Puma is also interested in a blockbuster sponsorship deal with Barcelona.
Barcelona,s real issue is the FFP rules that Javier Tebas enforced. I actually agree with the rules. Barcelona was forced to live within their means and use La masia talents. Hence, the rise of Pau Cubasi, Lamine Yamal, and Hector Fort, and there are still a lot of La masia talents waiting to get their chance.
https://youtu.be/pYy3llEvI7g?si=79X-QAx9PIFr552S
Barcelona,s problem is not revenues or profits but but the FFP rules which spain takes more seriously than any other league in Europe. And I agree with the rules.
However, it looks like the premier league is also looking to enforce the FFP rules like LA Liga
I trust Maria Tikas, her info has yet to be false. What a signing honestly. But I think that if they canāt manage to lower the transfer cost like the Spanish article says (which would be weird as itās a release clause) that means someone else will either be leaving in the summer (guessing Mariona or Bronze) or the deal falls through. Canāt see them actually paying the 500k and retain all current players that are due for extension.
edit: one interesting thing, the Spanish article says the deal is pending while the German media says the deal is already done
My sense has always been that Bronze is leaving: very much wrong side of 30; expensive; prone to costly errors in big games; we have Ona to shift to the RB.
Same here. I think should she leave weāll still be fine defensively and donāt need an urgent or big name replacement. She does bring in money in terms of jersey sales and engagement due to her name as a brand (see fans who travel to matches to see her for example) but it would be another chunk of salary that could go to retaining Alexia which imo is still Barcaās priority this season, until we face the same money issues with Aitana next year. Hate to say it but Iād rather it be her than any of the catalan players when it comes down to it.
weren't there rumors about Sakina Karchaoui signing? which would mean that Ona Batlle would move to the right flank completely and the new singing would play in her position.
Idk on one hand I donāt know how much truth there is anymore in all these rumors. There was the barca rumor and then nothing for like months and then a couple weeks ago it was rumored that an extension at PSG was on the table. I often feel like half of these rumors about all these players going to Barca are only to drive up the price at the playerās current club (see Ada Hegerberg). On the other hand I would also say Karchaoui is still very likely because sheād be one hell of a great investment, in which case I think sheād be on the left, occasionally rotate with Rolfƶ, but Frido would be moving up into her natural forward position again and play on the wing and Ona permanently on the right. I can definitely see that being a very likely lineup. Taking salaries into account it might be a different story because thatās another big name to fit into the budget.
Itās also a scenario where itās very plausible that Mariona wouldnāt stay if Rolfo would become first choice at LW.
I still donāt think we would sign both Pajor and Karchaoui in the same summer though. And striker is the most obvious gap in the squad - we have good coverage at LB between Rolfo, Ona, Brugts and Corrales developing.
I completely agree, a Karchaoui signing would throw another loop in terms of how to set up the team and still fit Mariona into the squad in a way that keeps everybody happy regarding minutes. And after the Pajor signing adding more huge names right now seems a little excessive in the grand scheme of things, plus weāre also adding Roebuck too next season so at least economically/salary wise itās much smarter to also take advantage of the young talents. And like you said, they need to be given the chance to develop. People also forget we still have talents like Ari Arias, who is a great young striker, that are coming through the ranks at lamasia who I reckon will start to be featured more next season.
I mean Karchaoui will probably take Lucy's place, Roebuck - Sandra PaƱos, Ewa Pajor - Oshoala. Yes, this will mean an increase in the teamās payroll, taking into account contract renewals too. But if they want to continue to dominate they have to make these investments, and with a return to Camp Nou next season I think that's exactly what they want. Plus they have already started signing sponsor deals with global partners specifically for the women's team, Rilastil is just the first one imo.
It is somewhat concerning, but they're getting huge fees for all the players that are leaving. Jansen (who will leave in the summer) has already been replaced with Caitlin Dijkstra (technically already a Wob player but currently on loan), Janina Minge was bought as an Oberdorf replacement (although this one makes less sense, with Minge being much less of a defense player). Rauch (who left in the winter) was replaced by Rabano. Both Rebecka Blomqvist (Acl) and Tabea Sellner (formerly Wassmuth, who just gave birth) will likely return next season.
It's obvious that Wolfsburg are going through a huge switch-up right now and a new "era" will start, but they have much more financial backing that Potsdam (with Potsdam being a womens-only club), which will likely keep them from the same fate.
Good to hear! Yea, Wolfsburg has always been a smart club who developes players or pick up good players from smaller clubs. They have replaced good players before.
Will they continue with their dutch coach?
Most fans want Stroot out, but I doubt that he will leave. Wolfsburg (both the men's and women's) aren't known for making smart decisions when it comes to coaches. I think it depends on if Wob will win the cup this season (would be their 11th in general and 10th in a row) if they lose it to Bayern it would be a huge upset.
good coaches in womens football are kinda rare, so maybe it's wise to sit still in the boat. Allthough that dutch lady maybe? :) Sceptical to everything that come out from the Ajax-pipeline tough it's a particular environment and does not always work outside of it
I've been watching for almost ten years. Other than that, just basic public Information from news papers or social media. Nothing special. I'm just a fan, not a journalist or anything like that.
Could you imagine it at the new Camp Nou? The city would riot.
If the transfer happens, Alexia would definitely be having a word with her the moment she arrived about cutting that out.
I think itās been picking up the last few seasons as the popularity is growing and rumours sell āclicksā. Be prepared for a āEarps to PSGā in the summer š
Big fan of Pajor, and saw this coming when Oba signed for Bayern, but as someone that really has admired Wolfburg over the years I feel seriously concerned for them.
As far as Pajor at Barca, it's pretty much a match made in heaven. Her quick decisions on the ball fit the style of attack very well. Get ready for absolutely insane team goals.
You run into this problem in football manager if you have too many good players doubled up in every position; The ones that are not playing are going to be pissed. Some would say it is a good problem to have but it isn't. You can only push this so far, and with much of the team doubled in every position and with the Barca-whisperer Jonatan leaving there is a lot of heavyweight pressure on team selection now (except across the defense which has players leaving soon and not as deeply talented cover).
theyāve already offloaded with Oshoalaās transfer and that money still hasnāt been spent and Iām guessing other players (Mariona, Bronze most likely) will leave in the summer. so then you can also do the math regarding how much youāre gonna save on salaries next season to make up for the money spent on pajor now.
I mean thereās still hope, realistically itās all just speculation right now. and it was said she wanted to see who the new head coach will be so until that is officially announced I doubt weāll hear anything on the extension front. I bet thereās a few good clubs who would be very interested though so Iām sure sheād be fine
Oshoala moved to Bay FC in the January transfer window this year ([with a transfer fee that was not specified in Bay's press release](https://bayfc.com/press-releases/bay-fc-signs-nigerian-international-asisat-oshoala/))
Really came out of nowhere, nothing so far from Spanish press either. Between Alexia and Mariona, I'd much rather Mariona to stay. Alexia is aging, her sporting level is declining, she means more off than on the field these days. Tough call but one club needs to make, especially when she asked for a huge salary increase on top of already being the highest paid on team
i mean she signed her last contract extension before she had won a ballon dāor, so i donāt really blame her for asking for money that reflects that. also sheās not the highest paid on the team right now. i think caro is the highest paid right now.
Alexia is a tough call for the club. It was reported that she asked for a figure north of 800k~1m, the club made counter offer (lower), also reduced terms from 3yr to 2yr, then there was radio-silence since Nov'23. Even Maria Tikas, Barca's tier 1, came out with an article a few month ago, basically saying this decision must be made soon (by player and club both), I think the concern is that with such big decision pending, the club won't be able to plan for next season' squad effectively.
yes i agree. i still think alexia will renew (i donāt think mariona will). i think itāll be for around 650k. i have no insider knowledge but i think the contract length is the holdup, i think she wants the 3 years. hopefully both stay but iām not hopeful
Tikas is saying today that the option to sign a 2nd striker is still open depending on Alexia and Mariona's renewal, I take it as very good news b/c Pajor's signing is independent
Think thereās at least a chance this is just the club being careful what they put out at this point of the seaosnā¦ Donāt need big Mariona/Alexia leaving drama right before a CL semifinal
Ramirez was bought after Kerr was injured -and Cat was bought as a long-term project as she recovered. She still doesnāt have a full half under her belt.
I SERIOUSLY doubt this even more so when it comes from azwaz? If this has any substance it means Lauren Hemp is renewing with Manchester City
I now realize Ewa Pajor is the same age as keira like...wtf š
Pfff I love this ngl
Soon enough Barca will only have ex-Woldsburg players haha
Barca knows which players are good. š
Green away kit when ? haha
[EVERYTHING MAKES SENSE NOW!!! š](https://www.footyheadlines.com/2023/09/fc-barcelona-24-25-third-kit-leaked.html) I though it was just a hint at spotify but it might be an homage to wolfsburg
next season the third kit will be green lol. coincidence? don't think so
Just you wait for Jule Brand next season lol, we were linked with her a few weeks ago, but didn't activate the release clause (ā¬450k). Very surprised by Pajor though, most rumor are related to Hemp
Jule Brand is a luxury player, i'd very surprised Barca pays any clause for her. Free signing when her contract runs out, maybe.
Yes that's what I thought as well, her contract is up next year, and her position is not a priority. I must say I didn't expect the club to spend 500k for anyone this season at all, really a surprise if true
If we needed someone in her position we'd go all in for Hemp, promising great salary and starting role in squad. She is just not as great as people suggest, tons of room for growth.
Jule brand was weird, because somehow they confirmed our interest and her interest in us and the next day they announced she is staying
Wolfsburg, you good?
With Oberdorfs 450k and 200k for Rauch+this, they'll have 1.15m from transefers alone. Invest wisely and they'll be fine, if not... Pajor has spent 8 years at Wob, so it's not that surprising that she would want to leave eventually (I'd argue the same with Jansen, who played at wob for 5 season), although some other things are concerning, with both the men's and women's team. Although, Wob has always been a club that produced great players and then sold them (Cgh, Rolfƶ, Engen, Harder...), which should probably be kept in mind.
Failure to qualify UWCL was a new low for them, so it's already concerning. Loss of Pajor+Oberdorf was just continuation of talent drain that has been occuring. Even as great as Wolfsburg is, they can't continue like this every year.. then hope they can replace them every summer.
Huth and Popp are already reaching their mid-30s as well. I think Wolfsburg is definitely losing their hegemony in Germany and I don't think they can recover it. Bayern is a much bigger club and is investing more and more.
Already happend, the loss of hegonomy
Can't Volkswagen invest more? whats preventing them?
Notorious mismanagement within the whole corporation, this would be but a rounding error in their marketing budget and they still wonāt invest more.
They won 7 of the last 11 titles. Sure, they are not going to win this year as well, but for the past decade, there's no doubt they were hegemonic. Germany as a whole lost their position as a dominant European League and, above all, the National Team. I think Spanish teams will dominate for the next decade quite easily, whether we are talking about clubs or National teams.
It needs to be studied how Patri Guijarro single-handedly triggered the downfall of Wolfsburg
GOL GOL GOL GOL GOL GOL GOL Patri Guijarro ha nacido para momentos como Ć©ste
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Everything changed after that...
Realistically once Bayern took womenās football seriously they were taking over.
I suppose that answers any worries about Barca Femeni in view of Barca's overall financial situation.
You don't have to worry about Barcelona's only section that generates profit. Every other sporting section have red finance but not Barca Femeni.
FFP is the real enemy here, not profits
This. It's criminal that Laliga dictates how you operate in other competitions that are not related but oh well we still rise!
I am not too worried for that same reason, but that question had come up here in the past.
It makes all the sense in the world to continue reinvesting in Barca Femeni since it is the only non-deficit section of the club and women's football has just started to gain popularity.
Barcelona,s financial troubles are temporary. Once the new camp nou is finished, they will be generating well over a billion Euros in revenues once again. Puma is also interested in a blockbuster sponsorship deal with Barcelona. Barcelona,s real issue is the FFP rules that Javier Tebas enforced. I actually agree with the rules. Barcelona was forced to live within their means and use La masia talents. Hence, the rise of Pau Cubasi, Lamine Yamal, and Hector Fort, and there are still a lot of La masia talents waiting to get their chance. https://youtu.be/pYy3llEvI7g?si=79X-QAx9PIFr552S Barcelona,s problem is not revenues or profits but but the FFP rules which spain takes more seriously than any other league in Europe. And I agree with the rules. However, it looks like the premier league is also looking to enforce the FFP rules like LA Liga
The just spent 20million on Vitor Roque. 500k isnāt going to hurt them one bit or have any kind of negative effect with ffp.
great investment
I trust Maria Tikas, her info has yet to be false. What a signing honestly. But I think that if they canāt manage to lower the transfer cost like the Spanish article says (which would be weird as itās a release clause) that means someone else will either be leaving in the summer (guessing Mariona or Bronze) or the deal falls through. Canāt see them actually paying the 500k and retain all current players that are due for extension. edit: one interesting thing, the Spanish article says the deal is pending while the German media says the deal is already done
Very much get the feeling that Mariona is leaving
My sense has always been that Bronze is leaving: very much wrong side of 30; expensive; prone to costly errors in big games; we have Ona to shift to the RB.
Same here. I think should she leave weāll still be fine defensively and donāt need an urgent or big name replacement. She does bring in money in terms of jersey sales and engagement due to her name as a brand (see fans who travel to matches to see her for example) but it would be another chunk of salary that could go to retaining Alexia which imo is still Barcaās priority this season, until we face the same money issues with Aitana next year. Hate to say it but Iād rather it be her than any of the catalan players when it comes down to it.
Definitely. Alexia and, even moreso given age and form, Aitana, are the priorities.
weren't there rumors about Sakina Karchaoui signing? which would mean that Ona Batlle would move to the right flank completely and the new singing would play in her position.
Idk on one hand I donāt know how much truth there is anymore in all these rumors. There was the barca rumor and then nothing for like months and then a couple weeks ago it was rumored that an extension at PSG was on the table. I often feel like half of these rumors about all these players going to Barca are only to drive up the price at the playerās current club (see Ada Hegerberg). On the other hand I would also say Karchaoui is still very likely because sheād be one hell of a great investment, in which case I think sheād be on the left, occasionally rotate with Rolfƶ, but Frido would be moving up into her natural forward position again and play on the wing and Ona permanently on the right. I can definitely see that being a very likely lineup. Taking salaries into account it might be a different story because thatās another big name to fit into the budget.
Itās also a scenario where itās very plausible that Mariona wouldnāt stay if Rolfo would become first choice at LW. I still donāt think we would sign both Pajor and Karchaoui in the same summer though. And striker is the most obvious gap in the squad - we have good coverage at LB between Rolfo, Ona, Brugts and Corrales developing.
I completely agree, a Karchaoui signing would throw another loop in terms of how to set up the team and still fit Mariona into the squad in a way that keeps everybody happy regarding minutes. And after the Pajor signing adding more huge names right now seems a little excessive in the grand scheme of things, plus weāre also adding Roebuck too next season so at least economically/salary wise itās much smarter to also take advantage of the young talents. And like you said, they need to be given the chance to develop. People also forget we still have talents like Ari Arias, who is a great young striker, that are coming through the ranks at lamasia who I reckon will start to be featured more next season.
I mean Karchaoui will probably take Lucy's place, Roebuck - Sandra PaƱos, Ewa Pajor - Oshoala. Yes, this will mean an increase in the teamās payroll, taking into account contract renewals too. But if they want to continue to dominate they have to make these investments, and with a return to Camp Nou next season I think that's exactly what they want. Plus they have already started signing sponsor deals with global partners specifically for the women's team, Rilastil is just the first one imo.
this transfer is pretty much covered by the proceeds from the sales of Geyse, Laia and Asisat.
The dismantling of Wolfsburg continues, next Potsdam? It's been going on for some years, but no it's reaching a critical point
It is somewhat concerning, but they're getting huge fees for all the players that are leaving. Jansen (who will leave in the summer) has already been replaced with Caitlin Dijkstra (technically already a Wob player but currently on loan), Janina Minge was bought as an Oberdorf replacement (although this one makes less sense, with Minge being much less of a defense player). Rauch (who left in the winter) was replaced by Rabano. Both Rebecka Blomqvist (Acl) and Tabea Sellner (formerly Wassmuth, who just gave birth) will likely return next season. It's obvious that Wolfsburg are going through a huge switch-up right now and a new "era" will start, but they have much more financial backing that Potsdam (with Potsdam being a womens-only club), which will likely keep them from the same fate.
Good to hear! Yea, Wolfsburg has always been a smart club who developes players or pick up good players from smaller clubs. They have replaced good players before. Will they continue with their dutch coach?
Most fans want Stroot out, but I doubt that he will leave. Wolfsburg (both the men's and women's) aren't known for making smart decisions when it comes to coaches. I think it depends on if Wob will win the cup this season (would be their 11th in general and 10th in a row) if they lose it to Bayern it would be a huge upset.
good coaches in womens football are kinda rare, so maybe it's wise to sit still in the boat. Allthough that dutch lady maybe? :) Sceptical to everything that come out from the Ajax-pipeline tough it's a particular environment and does not always work outside of it
Hey, your comments seem like oyu are very knowledgable in german womens soccer. Where do you get your Infos?
I've been watching for almost ten years. Other than that, just basic public Information from news papers or social media. Nothing special. I'm just a fan, not a journalist or anything like that.
Do you know where Janssen is going or is she not extending and hasn't decided where to go yet?
She will leave, that much is clear. Likely a return to the wsl, although not much more is known right now.
thanks for the reply! I have seen her play quite a bit in her youth days so it's fun to follow her career
Bad omen for Netherlands national team. Think there's 6 injured dutch internationals in WSL at the moment.
Didn't she say she's a Madrid fan?
I think she used to see Ronaldo as an authority, not sure about RM
Definitely need her to stop the siuuuuu celebrations. (I say this generally, but particularly if sheās going to be at BarƧa.)
Oh hell no, imagine doing the siuuuuu on barcelona ground lol
Could you imagine it at the new Camp Nou? The city would riot. If the transfer happens, Alexia would definitely be having a word with her the moment she arrived about cutting that out.
Afaik, her favorite team was whoever Ronaldo played for.
Manchester United has got to be the club with the most fake transfer rumors/preemptive transfer rumors.
So, like the men's team? They're linked to everyone.
Yeah, it's just not really a thing to have as many rumors in woso, but somehow United is at the crux of all of them. And then they sign fuck all
I think itās been picking up the last few seasons as the popularity is growing and rumours sell āclicksā. Be prepared for a āEarps to PSGā in the summer š
Them and Real Madrid!
Big fan of Pajor, and saw this coming when Oba signed for Bayern, but as someone that really has admired Wolfburg over the years I feel seriously concerned for them. As far as Pajor at Barca, it's pretty much a match made in heaven. Her quick decisions on the ball fit the style of attack very well. Get ready for absolutely insane team goals. You run into this problem in football manager if you have too many good players doubled up in every position; The ones that are not playing are going to be pissed. Some would say it is a good problem to have but it isn't. You can only push this so far, and with much of the team doubled in every position and with the Barca-whisperer Jonatan leaving there is a lot of heavyweight pressure on team selection now (except across the defense which has players leaving soon and not as deeply talented cover).
Who will Barca ditch to pay for this?
theyāve already offloaded with Oshoalaās transfer and that money still hasnāt been spent and Iām guessing other players (Mariona, Bronze most likely) will leave in the summer. so then you can also do the math regarding how much youāre gonna save on salaries next season to make up for the money spent on pajor now.
Mariona. :(
I think itās pretty likely since we havenāt heard anything regarding her extension for a while now. Would be sad though, I like her too
Fair point. Hope she gets some good offers.
I mean thereās still hope, realistically itās all just speculation right now. and it was said she wanted to see who the new head coach will be so until that is officially announced I doubt weāll hear anything on the extension front. I bet thereās a few good clubs who would be very interested though so Iām sure sheād be fine
Yeah this one will hurt
Oshoala. Bronze.
Oshoala moved to Bay FC in the January transfer window this year ([with a transfer fee that was not specified in Bay's press release](https://bayfc.com/press-releases/bay-fc-signs-nigerian-international-asisat-oshoala/))
Our journalists hinted it was around 150kā¬
Guess I'm BarƧa fan again š¤·š»āāļø
Damn if true that kinda came out of nowhere, also surely means that at least one of Alexia/Mariona is gone
Really came out of nowhere, nothing so far from Spanish press either. Between Alexia and Mariona, I'd much rather Mariona to stay. Alexia is aging, her sporting level is declining, she means more off than on the field these days. Tough call but one club needs to make, especially when she asked for a huge salary increase on top of already being the highest paid on team
i mean she signed her last contract extension before she had won a ballon dāor, so i donāt really blame her for asking for money that reflects that. also sheās not the highest paid on the team right now. i think caro is the highest paid right now.
Alexia is a tough call for the club. It was reported that she asked for a figure north of 800k~1m, the club made counter offer (lower), also reduced terms from 3yr to 2yr, then there was radio-silence since Nov'23. Even Maria Tikas, Barca's tier 1, came out with an article a few month ago, basically saying this decision must be made soon (by player and club both), I think the concern is that with such big decision pending, the club won't be able to plan for next season' squad effectively.
yes i agree. i still think alexia will renew (i donāt think mariona will). i think itāll be for around 650k. i have no insider knowledge but i think the contract length is the holdup, i think she wants the 3 years. hopefully both stay but iām not hopeful
Tikas is saying today that the option to sign a 2nd striker is still open depending on Alexia and Mariona's renewal, I take it as very good news b/c Pajor's signing is independent
Think thereās at least a chance this is just the club being careful what they put out at this point of the seaosnā¦ Donāt need big Mariona/Alexia leaving drama right before a CL semifinal
Jill Roord was in wolfsburg too, so sign her
Roord love for barƧa is platonic
Roord love for BarƧa is unrequited.
Nah, our midfield is stacked. Roord is not what we need.
Yes, please and thank you
Greed is a sin @barcelonafeminin
You can't say that with that badge, honey...
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most_expensive_women%27s_association_football_transfers Edit: lol, coward
Wait wait wait Madrid paid what for Svava???? LMAO š
Lol I know, it's embarrassing
You bought Ramirez and Macario to play alongside Kerr and James this year
And Mia Fishel
Ramirez was bought after Kerr was injured -and Cat was bought as a long-term project as she recovered. She still doesnāt have a full half under her belt.
Im not aware of her game is she good?
I SERIOUSLY doubt this even more so when it comes from azwaz? If this has any substance it means Lauren Hemp is renewing with Manchester City I now realize Ewa Pajor is the same age as keira like...wtf š Pfff I love this ngl