Chelsea set to sign Italy’s Dragoni from Barcelona
Chelsea are set to sign Italy international Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona, adding an experienced young attacking midfielder as the club aims to reclaim the Women's Super League title after Manchester City's triumph last season. The move reflects Chelsea's long-standing interest in the 19-year-old, whose versatility across midfield and attacking positions was said to be a key draw for the club.
Dragoni spent the past two seasons on loan at Roma, gaining Women's Champions League experience, having joined Barcelona in 2023 after coming through Inter Milan's youth academy. She has already earned 24 caps for Italy since making her senior debut aged 16 in 2023, and this move would mark Chelsea's fourth signing of the summer window.
- Chelsea set to sign Italy midfielder Giulia Dragoni from Barcelona.
- Would be Chelsea's fourth summer signing this transfer window.
- 19-year-old has 24 Italy caps and Roma loan experience.
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Giulia Dragoni is a 19-year-old Italian midfielder and attacker who has represented her country at senior level on 24 occasions since making her debut at just 16. She started her career in Inter Milan's youth academy before joining Barcelona in 2023, establishing herself as one of Europe's most promising young talents.
Dragoni spent the past two seasons on loan at Roma, where she gained valuable experience competing in the Women's Champions League. This top-level competition has helped develop her skills whilst she remained part of Barcelona's squad.
Chelsea are seeking to strengthen their team after Manchester City won the Women's Super League title last season. The club has been active in the summer transfer window, targeting versatile attacking midfielders as they prepare to challenge for the title.