Several notable women’s football transfers took place during June and July while attention was dominated by the men’s World Cup. The moves underline continued investment in established stars and younger talent across the Women’s Super League, NWSL and major European clubs.

– Alexandra Popp joined Borussia Dortmund’s third-tier women’s side on a three-year deal after 14 years at Wolfsburg, aiming to help develop the club she supports.
– Tottenham signed Kirsty Hanson after she scored 12 goals in 22 WSL matches for Aston Villa last season.
– Angel City acquired 22-year-old US international Ally Sentnor from Kansas City Current for $850,000 (£635,000).
– Real Madrid signed 19-year-old Swedish forward Felicia Schröder from Häcken for a reported fee of more than 15m Swedish kronor (£1.15m).
– Chelsea recruited Japan international Manaka Matsukubo, 21, from North Carolina Courage for an undisclosed fee.