18 days ago
The Women's Super League returns this coming weekend.
The new season kicks off on Friday with London City Lionesses hosting Manchester United. Champions Manchester City are back in action on Sunday against Birmingham.
But who has come in this summer? Below, we pick out seven new signings to watch out for this season.
Since Dragoni's debut for Inter Milan at the age of 16, Chelsea have kept a keen eye on the Italy midfielder. Governing Body Endorsement (GBE) criteria (a points-based visa system administered by the FA for overseas players) and post-Brexit regulations mean Chelsea, like all English clubs, cannot sign foreign players under the age of 18. But even as Dragoni signed for Barcelona in 2023, aged 17, Chelsea still hoped to one day secure the midfielder's signature.
The reasoning is simple, according to sources at Chelsea and close to the player. Dragoni, says one source, could become one of the best midfielders in the world.
#Chelsea #city #dragoni #super
The new season kicks off on Friday with London City Lionesses hosting Manchester United. Champions Manchester City are back in action on Sunday against Birmingham.
But who has come in this summer? Below, we pick out seven new signings to watch out for this season.
Since Dragoni's debut for Inter Milan at the age of 16, Chelsea have kept a keen eye on the Italy midfielder. Governing Body Endorsement (GBE) criteria (a points-based visa system administered by the FA for overseas players) and post-Brexit regulations mean Chelsea, like all English clubs, cannot sign foreign players under the age of 18. But even as Dragoni signed for Barcelona in 2023, aged 17, Chelsea still hoped to one day secure the midfielder's signature.
The reasoning is simple, according to sources at Chelsea and close to the player. Dragoni, says one source, could become one of the best midfielders in the world.
#Chelsea #city #dragoni #super
2 months ago
Chelsea have signed Italy midfielder Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona on a four-year contract.
The 19-year-old spent the past two seasons on loan at Roma, and Chelsea have been tracking her progress for several years.
Dragoni has 24 caps for Italy, having made her international debut aged 16, and has experience in the Women's Champions League.
"I still can't believe I have signed for Chelsea," said Dragoni.
"When I was a child, not even in my biggest dreams did I think I would sign for Chelsea. It's unbelievable. I'm really excited.
#dragoni #giulia #roma
The 19-year-old spent the past two seasons on loan at Roma, and Chelsea have been tracking her progress for several years.
Dragoni has 24 caps for Italy, having made her international debut aged 16, and has experience in the Women's Champions League.
"I still can't believe I have signed for Chelsea," said Dragoni.
"When I was a child, not even in my biggest dreams did I think I would sign for Chelsea. It's unbelievable. I'm really excited.
#dragoni #giulia #roma
2 months ago
Chelsea are set to sign attacking midfielder Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona.
The 19-year-old spent the last two seasons on loan at Roma, and Chelsea have been tracking her progress for several years.
Dragoni has already made 24 appearances for Italy since her debut aged 16 and has experience in the Women's Champions League with Roma.
She joined Barcelona in 2023 after graduating from Inter Milan's youth academy.
It is understood Chelsea were attracted to Dragoni's quality because of her versatility and ability to play across multiple attacking positions and in midfield.
#league
The 19-year-old spent the last two seasons on loan at Roma, and Chelsea have been tracking her progress for several years.
Dragoni has already made 24 appearances for Italy since her debut aged 16 and has experience in the Women's Champions League with Roma.
She joined Barcelona in 2023 after graduating from Inter Milan's youth academy.
It is understood Chelsea were attracted to Dragoni's quality because of her versatility and ability to play across multiple attacking positions and in midfield.
#league
