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Barcelona star Mariona Caldentey linked with Washington Spirit and Women's Super League clubs after seeing contract renewal talks stall

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  • Caldentey's extension talks stalled with Barcelona
  • Spirit are keen to lure her to NWSL
  • Several English clubs are also interested
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    According to journalist Irati Vidal,the striker has been made available in the market after talks over a potential contract extension with Barcelona have stalled. After spending a decade at the club, the Spanish striker seems destined for a fresh challenge with several suitors already enquiring about her services.

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  • Mariona Caldentey (L) fights for the ball with Chelsea's English striker #10 Lauren JamesGetty Images

    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    The stalled negotiations signal a potential opportunity for Washington Spirit and the WSL club to swoop in and make enticing offers to the player. It is believed that Spirit are ready to begin negotiations with her representatives for a potential transfer of the player to strengthen their attack.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Caldentey has been in good form this season with seven goals and eight assists in 25 matches in Liga F for Barcelona. She has won five league titles and Spanish Cups each, three Spanish Super Cups and two Champions League trophies with the Catalan club.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Caldentey's future hangs in the balance as it remains to be seen if she ends up crossing the Atlantic to play for Spirit. However, before her potential departure, she can finish off her stint in Spain on a high by winning the treble with the Blaugranas. Barcelona look destined to win Liga F as they have a 12-point advantage over Real Madrid and can lift the Copa de la Reina if they beat Sociedad on May 18. Barca might also conquer Europe if they get the better of Lyon in the Champions League final on May 25.