Arsenal Completes Mid-Season Boost with Votikova Loan Signing
In a move that should bolster their goalkeeping options, Arsenal signed Czech Republic international Barbora Votikova on loan from Slavia Prague. The 29-year-old, who boasts an impressive 56 senior international caps and experience in the Champions League, will provide cover for injured Manuela Zinsberger.
Votikova expressed her excitement about joining the Gunners, hailing it as a "huge honour" to don the iconic red jersey. With Arsenal's recent Champions Cup triumph still fresh in the memory, having had goalkeeper Anneke Borbe stretchered off during the match, Votikova's arrival should help alleviate some of the pressure on their goalkeeping department.
Meanwhile, Everton made a late move for Slovenian midfielder Zara Kramzar from Roma. The 20-year-old joins on loan with an obligation to buy her outright at the end of the season, as part of a growing trend among WSL clubs seeking young talent to build for the future.
Kramzar is thrilled to be joining Everton, praising their supporters and expressing her desire to make a positive impact at Goodison Park. With this move marking her first stint in England, she's set to become the first Slovenian player to compete in the Women's Super League.
Transfer activity remained relatively subdued compared to previous windows, with most clubs completing their winter business early. Chelsea's bid for Nigeria midfielder Jennifer Echegini was rebuffed by Paris Saint-Germain, while Leicester inquired about loaning Lexi Potter to them before ultimately being rejected.
Elsewhere, promotion-chasing Bristol City signed Poland defender Oliwia Wos on a three-and-a-half-year contract from Nuremberg. Newcastle United completed a free transfer for American forward Simone Charley, who joins from Orlando Pride.
Sheffield United, however, resisted offers for forward Amy Andrews, while Ipswich signed 18-year-old full-back Nelly Las on loan from Leicester and Nottingham Forest added 18-year-old Brighton striker Olivia Johnson to their ranks.
In a move that should bolster their goalkeeping options, Arsenal signed Czech Republic international Barbora Votikova on loan from Slavia Prague. The 29-year-old, who boasts an impressive 56 senior international caps and experience in the Champions League, will provide cover for injured Manuela Zinsberger.
Votikova expressed her excitement about joining the Gunners, hailing it as a "huge honour" to don the iconic red jersey. With Arsenal's recent Champions Cup triumph still fresh in the memory, having had goalkeeper Anneke Borbe stretchered off during the match, Votikova's arrival should help alleviate some of the pressure on their goalkeeping department.
Meanwhile, Everton made a late move for Slovenian midfielder Zara Kramzar from Roma. The 20-year-old joins on loan with an obligation to buy her outright at the end of the season, as part of a growing trend among WSL clubs seeking young talent to build for the future.
Kramzar is thrilled to be joining Everton, praising their supporters and expressing her desire to make a positive impact at Goodison Park. With this move marking her first stint in England, she's set to become the first Slovenian player to compete in the Women's Super League.
Transfer activity remained relatively subdued compared to previous windows, with most clubs completing their winter business early. Chelsea's bid for Nigeria midfielder Jennifer Echegini was rebuffed by Paris Saint-Germain, while Leicester inquired about loaning Lexi Potter to them before ultimately being rejected.
Elsewhere, promotion-chasing Bristol City signed Poland defender Oliwia Wos on a three-and-a-half-year contract from Nuremberg. Newcastle United completed a free transfer for American forward Simone Charley, who joins from Orlando Pride.
Sheffield United, however, resisted offers for forward Amy Andrews, while Ipswich signed 18-year-old full-back Nelly Las on loan from Leicester and Nottingham Forest added 18-year-old Brighton striker Olivia Johnson to their ranks.
. Everton's got a young one in Kramzar, but can she handle the pressure? And what about Chelsea? They were trying to get Echegini, but PSG said no thanks... guess they didn't think highly of them 
. Bristol City just signed Wos on a long-term deal, so that'll be interesting to see how it all unfolds 
so yeah i'm excited for the season to come 
️ btw has anyone seen simone charley play before? i've been following her on instagram and she looks like an amazing player 
. First off, Arsenal just happens to sign some Czech goalkeeper who's been getting tons of experience in the Champions League, right when they're about to play another big match? It sounds too convenient if you ask me 
. And what's up with Everton swooping in and signing this Slovenian midfielder out of nowhere? Is it a coincidence that she's gonna be the first one from her country to join the WSL? 
meanwhile, are we being told something? is there more to Votikova than meets the eye? was she always meant to join Arsenal, or was this just a convenient coincidence? 
on a loan deal! I'm loving the excitement around the WSL right now, it's so inspiring to see all these talented young players getting a chance to shine 
! As someone who's been following the league for years, it's amazing to see how much progress we've made in terms of accessibility and opportunities for women's football. The fact that Everton is willing to spend big on Zara Kramzar and Leicester is open to loaning out talented players like Nelly Las 
is a testament to the growth of the league. I'm hoping we'll see more deals like this and watch some incredible matches this season 
With 56 senior int'l caps, she'll definitely bring some much-needed stability in goal. And ouch, Zinsberger's injury was a bad timing 
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this is going to be so good for them, especially with manuela zinsberger injured 
hopefully they can make a deep run in the tournament. and everton getting zara kramzar on loan from roma is like, genius 
she's got so much potential and i love that arsenal and everton are investing in young talent to build for the future