Sun Sep 15 12:45:00 UTC 2024: ## Arsenal Women Bolster Attack with New Signings, But Defense Remains a Concern
**London, England -** The Arsenal Women’s team made significant changes to their roster during the summer transfer window, with a focus on strengthening their attacking options. The Gunners secured the signings of Spanish forward Mariona Caldentey, Dutch goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar, and English winger Rosa Kafaji.
Caldentey, a proven goalscorer for Barcelona Femeni, is expected to make an immediate impact, while Kafaji, a highly-rated young talent, is seen as a future star.
The departure of star striker Vivianne Miedema leaves a significant void, but the arrival of Caldentey and Kafaji should provide the necessary attacking firepower.
Van Domselaar, who joined after recovering from a serious injury, is expected to be the long-term solution in goal.
However, while the attack looks promising, concerns remain about the defense. The team’s failure to sign midfielder Keira Walsh from Barcelona, despite a record bid, has left a gap in the middle of the park, which could be exploited by opponents. Additionally, the team’s recent history of defensive injuries has prompted calls for further investment in that area.
“The Arsenal Women’s central defenders have over the last 2 years suffered major injuries,” a fan wrote on JustArsenal.com. “I fear injuries in the defense could leave our Gunner Women exposed.”
Despite these concerns, the summer transfer window has been largely successful for Arsenal Women.
“I’d give this summer transfer window an 8/10,” the fan continued. “I believe we should have signed another top defender… for a 10/10 transfer window.”
Only time will tell if these new signings will be enough to propel the Gunners to the top of the Women’s Super League.
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