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Rachael Kundananji broke the record for the ‘world’s most expensive signing’ in women’s football.
Zambia women’s football star Racheal Kundananji has made headlines having become the 'most expensive female footballer' of all time, surpassing the likes of Super Falcons of Nigeria and former Barcelona star Asisat Oshoala.
The forward's transfer to NWSL expansion team Bay FC was confirmed by the club last month, marking a significant milestone in the world of women's football.
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09:49 - 14.02.2024
Zambia's Kundananji Becomes Most Expensive Female Footballer in History After Joining Oshoala at Bay FC
Asisat Oshoala's latest teammate, Racheal Kundananji, has broken the record for the most expensive player in women's football history
Rachael Kundananji to Bay FC: Breaking down the figures behind a Record-Breaking Transfer
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Bay FC shattered the transfer world record in women's football by acquiring Kundananji from her current team Madrid CFF for a staggering €735,000 (approximately $789,000), having scored 25 goals in 29 appearances for the Spanish club.
In addition to the hefty transfer fee, Bay FC also agreed to pay $75,000 in performance-based add-ons, as first reported by The Equalizer.
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This figure surpasses the recent transfer fee paid by Bay FC for Oshoala, cementing the Copper Queen Kundananji's status as the 'most valuable African women's footballer.'
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Madrid CFF's receipt of the highest transfer fee ever paid in women's soccer further highlights the significance of Kundananji's move.
Just weeks ago, Mayra Ramírez's transfer from Levante to Chelsea FC set a new benchmark with a fee of €450,000 plus €50,000 in extras (approximately $537,000).
However, Kundananji's signing is now a major highlight of a record-breaking period for women's football, with international transfer fees reaching a staggering $2.1 million in the January transfer window, according to a report from FIFA.
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Rachael Kundananji’s lucrative deal with Bay FC Explained
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At 23 years old, Kundananji has secured a lucrative four-year deal with Bay FC, with an option for a fifth year.
The Equalizer reports that the total value of the contract exceeds $2 million, with additional amenities such as paid housing pushing the figure beyond $2.5 million.
Additionally, Kundananji’s arrival at Bay FC has also seen her become one of the highest-paid players in the league, as per Front Office Sports, reflecting the NWSL's newfound financial strength following a record-breaking media rights deal and doubled salary cap.
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