San Diego Wave Land Ludmila in Near-$1m Blockbuster NWSL Trade
The NWSL witnessed another headline-grabbing move on Tuesday as San Diego Wave acquired Brazil international Ludmila from the Chicago Stars in a trade valued at up to $1 million.
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Under the terms of the deal, the Stars will receive $800,000 in transfer funds, with an additional $200,000 in conditional incentives, making it one of the most lucrative intra-league transactions in NWSL history.
Ludmila expressed her excitement at joining the Wave, citing her previous experiences against the club as a key influence.
“I scored my first NWSL goal against San Diego and always was a team I admired. I loved the supporters, the energy of the team, and the vibes of the city when I visited. I’m very happy to be part of this Club’s history,” she said in a statement.
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The move highlights the league’s rapidly rising market values. Only Jaedyn Shaw’s $1.25 million transfer from North Carolina Courage to Gotham FC last fall eclipses Ludmila’s deal, underlining the growing financial power within the NWSL.
San Diego Wave general manager Camille Ashton praised the forward’s flexibility and tactical value.
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“Ludmila’s versatility allows her to operate in multiple attacking roles, giving our coaches more tactical options in different game situations,” Ashton said.
“We’re confident she will be a valuable asset to the Club’s success moving forward.”
The transfer also arrives amid growing speculation surrounding Delphine Cascarino’s future, with reports suggesting the Wave star could be close to leaving the NWSL for WSL side London City Lionesses, potentially reshaping San Diego’s attacking lineup ahead of the new season.
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