Barcelona signs Brazilian forward Kerolin for €1.5 million

FC Barcelona has broken its own transfer record to sign Brazilian forward Kerolin Nicoli from Manchester City, a deal that also represents the largest sale ever by a Women's Super League club. The 26-year-old international, known simply as Kerolin, joins the Spanish champions on a four-year contract for a reported fee of approximately 1.5 million euros.

The transfer, finalized on August 4, 2026, underscores Barcelona's continued investment in world-class talent as they prepare to defend their domestic and European titles. Club officials stated the signing is a clear statement of their ambition to stay at the pinnacle of the women's game. They described Kerolin as a complete player ready to contribute to one of the world's most demanding teams.

Kerolin arrives after a successful 18-month spell in England, where she joined Manchester City from the North Carolina Courage in January 2025. She played a key role in City's domestic double last season, helping the club win both the Women's Super League title and the Women's FA Cup. Her pace, creativity, and goal-scoring ability were cited as major assets that attracted Barcelona's interest.

On the international stage, Kerolin has been a...