Washington Spirit sign Luvanga amid record deal questions
Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has joined Washington Spirit from Al-Nassr in a deal believed to be one of the most costly in the history of women's football - and possibly one that sets a world record.
Tanzanian striker Clara Luvanga has moved from Al-Nassr to Washington Spirit in a transfer reported to rank among the most expensive in women's football history, potentially setting a world record. The deal reflects the growing financial scale of the women's game, particularly the willingness of NWSL clubs to invest in African attacking talent. It also highlights the emerging role of Gulf clubs such as Al-Nassr as both buyers and sellers in the global women's transfer market.
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