San Diego Wave acquire forward Barbara Bonansea on loan from Juventus
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 5:10 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
San Diego Wave FC acquired Juventus forward Barbara Bonansea on a season-long loan extending through June 2027. The 35-year-old Italian international joins the club as it chases a playoff position with seven regular-season matches remaining. San Diego currently sits fifth in the NWSL standings, level on points with the fourth-ranked Utah Royals. The roster move comes as the team manages significant injury absences, including forward Dudinha and USWNT midfielder Catarina Macario. Bonansea brings extensive experience from nine seasons at Juventus, where she secured 16 trophies including six Serie A titles. The completion of the transfer is subject to the receipt of a P-1 visa and an International Transfer Certificate.
- •Barbara Bonansea joins San Diego Wave FC on loan until June 2027.
- •The team currently sits fifth in the NWSL standings with seven matches left.
- •Forward Dudinha remains out for the season following an ACL injury.
- •Catarina Macario is currently working through a heel injury.
- •Bonansea recorded 249 appearances and 16 trophies during her time at Juventus.
- 6:00 PMESPN Soccer — Bonansea joins San Diego on loan from Juventus
- 4:16 PMYahoo Sports — San Diego Wave sign Barbara Bonansea on loan from Juventus
"San Diego Wave FC have acquired 35-year-old Juventus forward Barbara Bonansea on a season-long loan until June 2027. “Barbara brings technical quality, intelligence and a winning mentality to our group,” Wave general manager and sporting director Camille Ashton said. “We are excited to welcome her to the club as we continue to push toward the playoffs and finish the year strong.” Bonansea’s contract was due to expire next summer. She had been in discussions with Juventus regarding a contract ext
"San Diego Wave FC has signed Italy forward Barbara Bonansea on loan from Juventus through June 2027, the teams announced on Friday.
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External links- ESPN SoccerSep 11, 2026, 6:00 PMBonansea joins San Diego on loan from Juventus
San Diego Wave FC has signed Italy forward Barbara Bonansea on loan from Juventus through June 2027, the teams announced on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 4:16 PMSan Diego Wave sign Barbara Bonansea on loan from Juventus
San Diego Wave FC have acquired 35-year-old Juventus forward Barbara Bonansea on a season-long loan until June 2027. “Barbara brings technical quality, intelligence and a winning mentality to our group,” Wave general manager and sporting director Camille Ashton said. “We are excited to welcome her to the club as we continue to push toward the playoffs and finish the year strong.” Bonansea’s contract was due to expire next summer. She had been in discussions with Juventus regarding a contract ext
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