In today's Arsenal Women news, Rosa Kafaji has officially left Arsenal Women for London City Lionesses, while 18-year-old Danish goalkeeper Isabella “Isa” Damm has become Arsenal’s latest summer signing.

In this episode I reflect on Rosa’s departure, why I think her move was probably the right one for both player and club and why I believe some of the criticism aimed at Renée Slegers has been unfair.

The main focus, though, is Isa Damm.

Rather than simply repeating Arsenal’s announcement, I explore why developing goalkeepers is completely different to developing outfield players, why I think Arsenal have signed Isa for the footballer she could become rather than the goalkeeper she is today and what this transfer tells us about the long-term thinking behind Arsenal’s recruitment this summer.

I also talk about the disappointing reaction from some supporters on social media and why I believe Arsenal Women should continue to be the welcoming

community that has attracted so many people to the club.

Finally, I reflect on what Ona Batlle, Lisa Baum, Caitlin Foord and now Isa Damm have collectively taught me about Arsenal Women’s transfer strategy and the direction this football club is heading.

Arsenal Women: Trailblazers is a regular fan podcast dedicated to Arsenal Women. Join host Roberto Revilla every week for news, match previews and reports, tactical talking points and the stories that make Arsenal Women true trailblazers.

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