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Post by **Agent** » 11 Apr 2025, 04:26

Racing Louisville FC Land Dutch Keeper Regina van Eijk from Ajax in Late Transfer Surprise.

Just when it looked like the summer transfer window was ending on a sour note for Racing Louisville FC, the club pulled off a last-minute move that could shape its future for years to come.

Racing officially announced the signing of Regina van Eijk, the 22-year-old Dutch goalkeeper from Ajax, in a $38,000 deal completed just one day before the transfer deadline. The move comes in the immediate aftermath of Katie Lund’s departure to SGS Essen, signaling a swift pivot toward the future.

Van Eijk has been a standout for Ajax in the Eredivisie and is considered one of the more promising young keepers in the Netherlands pipeline. With sharp reflexes, excellent ball distribution, and confidence under pressure, she fits the modern mold of a ball-playing shot-stopper — and Racing plans to install her as the immediate starter.

While the shoes left by Katie Lund are no small ones to fill — the American led the NWSL in clean sheets at the time of her exit — van Eijk’s arrival is a clear investment in youth, with the club betting on her potential to anchor the defense for seasons to come.

Van Eijk’s arrival helps soften the blow of a transfer window that otherwise saw several frustrating outcomes for head coach Filipa Patão. The Bibiane Schulze Solano deal fell through at the eleventh hour, and Sarah Gorden’s loan to Levante UD blocked another defensive option. Not to mention, Sophia Kleinherne being completely off the table for Racing while Patão had been scouting her worth for weeks.

Departures of Sarah Weber to Sevilla and Jordan Baggett to KC Current trimmed depth, but the commitment to reshaping the squad is clear — and van Eijk’s age and pedigree suggest Racing is building with patience and purpose.

Despite going 1-4 in their last five, Racing sits just outside the playoff line at 7-4-6 (25 points) — ninth place in a crowded table. With Savannah DeMelo (6 goals, 16th in NWSL scoring) and Kosovare Asllani (4 goals, 25th in NWSL) leading the attack, the tools are there, even if the execution has been inconsistent.

As fans grow skeptical of Patão’s tiki-taka-heavy system, especially given the team’s struggle to score, the club will now hope that a stronger foundation in goal can be the spark for a late-season surge.

Van Eijk will likely make her Racing debut against the Portland Thorns on August 24, and all eyes will be on how the young Dutch keeper adapts to life in the NWSL.

It’s been a window of heartbreak and hope — but with van Eijk’s signing and the core intact, Racing still has time to turn this season around.

Post by **djp73** » 11 Apr 2025, 06:34

are you signing players based on skill or just baddies

Post by **Agent** » 11 Apr 2025, 06:41

djp73 wrote: ↑
11 Apr 2025, 06:34
are you signing players based on skill or just baddies

I'm trying to win. I had to find a replacement GK & this is who we settled on. She bad? That's not for me to decide :kghah:

Post by **Agent** » 11 Apr 2025, 14:57

Camberos Scores Her First Goal Of The Season But The Woes Continue For Racing Louisville FC In A 2-1 Loss Against Sophia Wilson & Co.
NWSL, Matchday 18: August 24, 2024 - Lynn Family Stadium, Louisville, KY

2

vs.

1

Match Events:
18'

S. Camberos (RAC)
23'

S. Wilson (POR)
45'

A. Azkona (POR)

Current Record:
7-4-7

Post by **Agent** » 11 Apr 2025, 15:25

Racing Louisville FC' Monthy Stats Update:
September 1, 2024

Current Record:
7-4-7

Post by **Agent** » 11 Apr 2025, 15:30

NWSL Monthly League Update:
September 1, 2024

Standings:

1. Portland Thorns (9-7-3) 34 Points
2. Washington Spirit (11-1-6) 34 Points
3. NC Courage (8-8-2) 32 Points
4. Seattle Reign (9-5-4) 32 Points
5. KC Current (6-10-2) 28 Points
6. Orlando Pride (7-7-5) 28 Points
7. Houston Dash (8-4-7) 28 Points
8. Bay FC (7-6-6) 27 Points
9. NJ/NY Gotham (7-5-6) 26 Points
10. Rac. Louisville (7-4-7) 25 Points
11. San Diego Wave (5-2-11) 17 Points
12. Utah Royals FC (4-5-9) 17 Points
13. Angel City FC (3-3-12) 12 Points
14. Chicago Red Stars (1-5-12) 8 Points

League Leaders:

Points:

Assists:

Clean Sheets:

Red Cards:

Yellow Cards:

Post by **Agent** » 12 Apr 2025, 04:12

Racing Louisville FC's Spirits Are Reignited As Asllani Pulls Off A Hat Trick Against Utah Royals FC For The 1st Win Since June 29
NWSL, Matchday 19: September 1, 2024 - America First Field, Salt Lake City, UT

3

vs.

1

Match Events:
38'

K. Asllani (RAC)
44'

C. Zornoza (UTA)
52'

K. Asllani (RAC)
60'

K. Asllani (RAC)

Current Record:
8-4-7

Post by **The JZA** » 12 Apr 2025, 05:46

Made sure his finest player gets the match game ball

Post by **Agent** » 12 Apr 2025, 05:52

The JZA wrote: ↑
12 Apr 2025, 05:46
Made sure his finest player gets the match game ball

Calling Asllani the finest player on my team might be a reach

She's definitely turning up right now :blessed:

Post by **Agent** » 12 Apr 2025, 06:02

Asllani's Hot Streak Continues As Racing's Striker Notches 2 More Goals To Lead Louisville FC To A Win Against Struggling Angel City FC
NWSL, Matchday 20: September 1, 2024 - BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, CA

2

vs.

1

Newcomer, Regina van Eijk, has stepped up as Racing's starting keeper after dealing Katie Lund & is proving her worth as she stopped a penalty kick early in the contest.

Match Events:
62'

K. Asllani (RAC)
71'

K. Asllani (RAC)
78'

S. Leroux (ANG)

Current Record:
9-4-7

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