Women's transfer grades: Liverpool get A+ for Kerr loan
Liverpool sign Sam Kerr on loan from Bayern Munich, while Manchester United loan out Emma Watson to Everton.
Women's transfer grades: Liverpool get A+ for Kerr loan
The women's transfer window is open across Europe. Here are the big deals and how we rate them.
Jan. 8
Sam Kerr
Loan
Bayern Munich: B
Liverpool: A+
Liverpool manager Matt Beard tried to sign Kerr two years ago, but has finally landed the Scotland international. Kerr, 25, not to be mistaken for namesake Australia international and Chelsea forward Sam Kerr, signed for Bayern in 2023 but has struggled for game time, only making two starts so far. She has found it tough to break into Alexander Straus' star-studded lineup, so a loan is the right option for both club and player. However, Bayern fans will be concerned that any further injuries could leave options a little light.
For Liverpool, Beard admitted that they are probably getting a more advanced player following her 18-month stint with the German champions, making it a perfect signing at the right time for the Merseyside team. Beard admitted before the winter break that he had a limited budget in this window, but if this loan spell is successful they may look to make a permanent offer.
