While Denton's move is a huge boost for Bay FC, who will be looking to bounce back this year after missing out on the play-offs in 2025, it's simultaneously a massive blow for West Ham. The defender - who can play as a right-back, left-back or a wing-back - has been a huge asset for the Hammers over the years and has been one of their best performers in a season that, with them sat second from bottom in the WSL, hasn't gone to plan so far.
However, the club has received a notable fee of £200,000 ($274,000) for Denton, according to BBC Sport, representing a club-record sale. Rita Guarino, who took over as head coach of West Ham in December, has also been able to add to her squad during the January transfer window. Tuva Hansen, the former Bayern Munich defender, can play any position in the back line, while Ylinn Tennebo, who joined last week from Valerenga, can play at right-back or left-back, too. Ria Bose and Estelle Cascarino, two more defenders to come in in the last month, can also help cushion the blow that Denton's departure represents.