Arianna Caruso signs with Real Madrid, making history as first Italian
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Arianna Caruso has joined Real Madrid after leaving Bayern Munich, marking a historic transfer for Italian women's football. The 26-year-old midfielder signed a four-year contract worth approximately €600,000, a record fee for an Italian female player. Caruso previously achieved significant success at Bayern, winning six trophies, including two Bundesliga titles. This move coincides with her international aspirations as Italy prepares for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers. Real Madrid faces Ajax in the Women’s Champions League on August 26.
- •Caruso becomes the first Italian player at Real Madrid Femenino.
- •She signed a four-year deal valued at around €600,000.
- •Caruso won six trophies during her time at Bayern Munich.
- •Real Madrid faces Ajax in the Champions League on August 26.
- •Caruso has 72 international caps for Italy.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — 💣 Caruso makes history: first Italian at Real Madrid, record deal 🤑
"A transfer that earns a place in Italian football history. Arianna Caruso is a new Real Madrid player: the Italy international midfielder leaves Bayern Munich and signs with Las Blancas for four seaso...
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