A groundbreaking record was set in the women’s game over the summer, with total international transfer spending reaching $6.8 million from June 1 to Sept. 1 2024, according to FIFA — almost double what was spent during the same period in 2023.
So will that momentum continue in January? Here are grades for all the major confirmed transfers in the women’s game, with each listed in order of date and then highest fee.
All fees are reported unless confirmed with an asterisk.
Jan. 8
Sam Kerr
Loan
Bayern Munich: B
Liverpool: A+
Liverpool manager Matt Beard tried to sign Kerr two years ago, but has finally landed the Scotland international. Kerr, 25, not to be mistaken for namesake Australia international and Chelsea forward Sam Kerr, signed for Bayern in 2023 but has struggled for game time, only making two starts so far. She has found it tough to break into Alexander Straus’ star-studded lineup, so a loan is the right option for both club and player. However, Bayern fans will be concerned that any further injuries could leave options a little light.
For Liverpool, Beard admitted that they are probably getting a more advanced player following her 18-month stint with the German champions, making…
