The world of women's football has rarely experienced a seismic shift quite like this: Lizbeth Ovalle , Mexico’s dazzling winger known as La Maga (“The Magician”), is set to gotten to be the foremost costly player within the history of the women's amusement. Her transfer from Tigres UANL Femenil to the Orlando Pride for a world-record $1.5 million stands as a defining moment—one that reverberates through not only North America, but the global sport. This move is much more than a numbers game; it is a statement of intent, ambition, and belief in the women’s game at the highest levels. Let’s explore why Ovalle’s arrival in Florida marks a new era for the NWSL , what it means for Mexican football, and how this move changes the stakes for women’s football worldwide. The Record-Shattering Move: Facts and Figures The deal, announced on August 21, 2025, shattered previous women’s transfer records by a considerable margin: Transfer Fee: $1.5 million. Contract: Through 2027, with a ...
After months of speculation, Napoli have finally sealed the permanent purchase of Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea for a sum of up to €45 million.
The Belgian striker has signed a three-year contract at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, ending his dismal second tenure at Stamford Bridge.The 31-year-old returned the Blues in the summer of 2021 for a then-club record €115 million price, seven years after his first spell with the club ended.
However, Lukaku played only 44 games (scoring 15 times), resulting in a season on loan at Inter, from whom Chelsea had purchased the striker, and he has now returned to Italy with Napoli, who will pay an initial €30 million and may owe an additional €15 million in bonuses.
He spent last season on loan at Roma, scoring 21 goals in 47 games, and his return to Serie A reunites him with former Inter manager Antonio Conte.
The 2022/23 Serie A winners will be hopeful that the signings of Conte and Lukaku will help them recover from last season's poor 10th place result.
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