Salma Paralluelo turns down Chelsea offer after leaving Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Spain international Salma Paralluelo has rejected an offer from Chelsea, an eight-time Women’s Super League champion. The 22-year-old forward is departing Barcelona as a free agent after declining a contract from the Liga F club. Paralluelo, who has drawn interest from several European clubs and the NWSL, has salary demands that Chelsea and at least one NWSL team found untenable. This summer marks a notable transition for Paralluelo as she follows teammates like Alexia Putellas and Ona Batlle in leaving Barcelona. She aims to continue her career in Europe and potentially join a Champions League competitor.
- •Paralluelo previously rejected a contract from Barcelona.
- •She has won multiple league titles and Champions League titles with Barcelona.
- •Chelsea made an offer that did not meet her salary demands.
- •Paralluelo will join another Champions League side in Europe.
- •Her departure continues a trend of players leaving Barcelona this summer.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Spain forward Salma Paralluelo rejects offer from eight-time WSL champions Chelsea
"Spain international Salma Paralluelo has rejected an offer from eight-time Women’s Super League champions, Chelsea. The 22-year-old forward is set to leave Barcelona as a free agent after previously rejecting the Liga F club’s contract offer. She has attracted interest from multiple parties around Europe and the NWSL. Chelsea are one club that made an offer, according to sources. However, Paralluelo rejected the offer. According to multiple sources, Chelsea would not engage with the salary deman
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