There are many questions about where Gotham FC and Princess Ademiluyi stand

NJ/NY Gotham FC is known for investing in the youth. Whether it is a college rookie, as seen with multiple signings over the last few seasons, or signing the youngest player in NWSL history, like they did with Mak Whitham, the Bats are not afraid to take chances on young players. And recently, they have had success, like Jenna Nighswonger before she left via a transfer, and Lilly Reale. Of course, Jaedyn Shaw was already known to be great, and she is young, too.

Therefore, it was not shocking when Gotham FC signed Princess Ademiluyi last year. The 19-year-old English player has a lot of potential and could one day turn into a star. However, the NJ/NY side sent her out on loan right away to Fort Lauderdale United FC. And now, she has a new loan.

Princess Ademiluyi is still an unknown for Gotham FC

The Gotham forward had a decent stint with the Florida side, appearing in ten matches. But she was recalled for the FIFA Women's Champions Cup, ending the loan. But her time with the Bats did not last long, for she was sent out on loan to Ipswich Town FC in the Women's Super League 2. The loan will last until the end of 2026.

This is an intriguing move by the club. Ademiluyi just came to the United States in September, so why would she return to England? Does the club feel like she is not ready yet? Did the forward express the desire to return home already?

There is a chance that she and the club see a future in New Jersey, but perhaps they felt like this was the best move at this time. Maybe Ademiluyi thought she was ready to make the leap over the Atlantic Ocean, but she realized she was not ready to leave England yet.

Plus, there is always a possibility that either Gotham or Ademiluyi, or both, came to the conclusion that the transfer was not working out. But to that, there is the argument that it would be too soon. Her contract is through 2029, so it is possible that the idea to keep her out on loan was part of the plan during her early years with the team.

The one thing fans cannot believe is that this transfer was a failure by any means. Again, it is too early, and there are many unknowns. But hopefully, Ademiluyi will be successful during her loan, where she can return to Gotham FC ready to go.