Tuva Hansen’s move from Bayern to West Ham could bolster West Ham Women’s defence, making clean-sheet and under-2.5-goals markets attractive in early fixtures. Punters might back West Ham for improved defensive solidity while Bayern adjusts after losing a versatile leader.
Tuva Hansen completes transfer from FC Bayern Women to West Ham United
Tuva Hansen has left FC Bayern Women to join English top-tier side West Ham United after three trophy-laden seasons in Munich. The Norway international arrived at Bayern from SK Brann in December 2022 and departs with a collection of titles and 77 appearances for the club.
Transfer details and immediate impact
The 28-year-old defender brings leadership and positional versatility to West Ham’s back line. Her arrival is expected to strengthen defensive options and provide experience in high-pressure matches, qualities West Ham will rely on as they push for better league positions in the Women’s Super League.
Career and honours at Bayern
During her time at Bayern Hansen won three Bundesliga titles, the DFB-Pokal and two Supercup trophies — six honours in three years. She proved a consistent presence across competitions and offered flexibility during injury-hit phases, contributing both on and off the pitch.
Early career and international pedigree
Born 4 August 1997 in Bryne, Norway, Hansen’s domestic career included spells at Bryne FK, Klepp IL, Arna-Bjørnar, IL Sandviken and SK Brann. She made her senior Norway debut against Spain in the Algarve Cup on 3 March 2017 and has been a regular pick at major tournaments, featuring at Euro 2022, the 2023 World Cup and Euro 2025.
Club statements
Tuva Hansen expressed deep gratitude for her time in Munich, thanking teammates, staff and fans for three emotionally rich years. FC Bayern Women sporting director Bianca Rech praised Hansen as a reliable, charismatic leader whose tireless efforts played a significant role in the club’s recent success and wished her the best for her next step in England.
Betting implications and markets to watch
Hansen’s switch should make West Ham more defensively robust, boosting appeal for clean-sheet and under-2.5-goals markets in their early fixtures.
Bayern may need time to replace her leadership at the back, which could slightly increase short-term goals-against lines for Bayern matches.
Punters might prioritise match and defensive markets over long-term outright bets until Hansen settles into the WSL.
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Tuva Hansen is leaving FC Bayern Women for English top-tier side West Ham United after three successful years. The Norway international joined Munich from SK Brann in December 2022. The 28-year-old w...
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