Chelsea break women's world transfer record to sign striker

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Lewis Ambrose·26 January 2024

Chelsea break women's world transfer record to sign striker

Chelsea have completed the signing of striker Mayra Ramírez from Levante, with the Spanish club confirming the Blues have paid a world record transfer fee.

The deal is worth €450,000 up front with a further €50,000 available in bonuses.

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The previous record deal in the women’s game saw Keira Walsh move from Manchester City to Barcelona in a deal worth up to £400,000 (€470,000) including bonuses.

Ramírez, 24, has 30 caps for Colombia and joins after Chelsea lost star striker Sam Kerr to an ACL injury.

“I am very honoured to be a part of Chelsea,” Ramírez told the club’s official website. “To be part of such a huge club is a dream come true and one I’ve had since I was a little girl.”

The forward netted 20 goals in 34 Liga F appearances for Levante and has five goals in her international appearances.