For years, the closing of the summer transfer window has received as much attention in the men’s game as all but the biggest matches. This year, for perhaps the first time, it was an occasion in the women’s game too.
That was especially evident at Manchester United. Just as Erik ten Hag did on the men’s side, women’s coach Marc Skinner signed four players on deadline day, bringing in Spain midfielder Irene Guerrero (Atletico Madrid), England defender Gabby George (Everton), American goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce (OL Reign) and France forward Melvine Malard (Lyon). It was a busy day for admin staff, with several players also