Barcelona close to signing Man City's Kerolin for record fee

Barcelona is on the verge of signing Brazilian forward Kerolin from Manchester City. If completed, her fee of £1.28 million would surpass the record for a Women's Super League player, currently held by Olivia Smith's transfer from Liverpool to Arsenal. Kerolin joined the Women's Super League just 18 months ago, helping Man City secure their first league title in a decade. This potential move highlights Barcelona's shift in transfer strategy, as they have historically been reluctant to pay high fees. They aim to bolster their roster after losing key players, including Alexia Putellas, and need to remain competitive in European football.