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Official! Third departure from Women's Barça in just a few days: 'Rolfö, Engen and now...'

Women's Barça is undergoing a deep transformation with significant changes that will shape the team's future

Women's Barça is undergoing a full renewal process. In recent weeks, the club has made official three major departures that have surprised both fans and players alike.

While some footballers are focused on the European Championship with their national teams, the board has taken the opportunity to make important decisions ahead of next season. Ingrid Engen, Fridolina Rolfö, and another footballer are the main figures in this wave of changes.

Ingrid Engen and her search for prominence

The first to announce her departure was Ingrid Engen. The Norwegian midfielder, who hadn't managed to find consistency in the starting eleven, decided to seek new horizons to get more minutes on the field.

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Engen's departure from Barça | E-Noticies, Instagram de Ingrid Engen

Engen's time at Barça wasn't the desired one and she decided to change the course of her career. This decision shows the importance for players to keep their competitive level, and the need for a space where they can shine and grow.

Rolfö and Roebuck: departures no one saw coming

In the same week, two more pieces of news arrived that caused surprise. The first was the departure of Fridolina Rolfö. The Swedish forward and the club decided to terminate the contract by mutual agreement, an unexpected measure.

Some teammates even found out about the news while they were with their national teams. Rolfö, who had arrived with high expectations, decided to seek a new path to regain prominence.

Soon after, the third departure was confirmed: Ellie Roebuck. The English goalkeeper, signed just a few months ago, had barely had any opportunities with the team. The lack of minutes led to an agreement to terminate the contract and the goalkeeper will return to the Premier League to play for Everton.

Looking to the future: what awaits Barça?

With these three departures, Women's Barça faces a decisive stage to rebuild their squad. The board will have to move quickly in the market to bring in players who add talent, freshness, and experience. In addition, it's essential that they fit with the playing style that has defined the team for years.

The challenge will be to find a balance between youth and experience, keeping the competitive essence and the level demanded by a club that wants to keep dominating in Spain and Europe. Furthermore, the locker room will need to be cared for so these departures don't affect the internal dynamic.

For now, uncertainty is growing and expectations are focused on the next moves. Barça must respond quickly to keep their fans' hopes alive and prepare a strong, competitive team for the coming season.

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