Salma Paralluelo signs four‑year deal with Olympique Lyonnais after Barcelona exit
Spanish forward Salma Paralluelo, 22, has joined Olympique Lyonnais (OL Lyonnes) on a contract that runs until 30 June 2030. The move was announced on 25 July 2026 after she left FC Barcelona as a free agent when her contract expired.
During her four seasons at Barcelona she made 131 appearances, scored 72 goals and collected 15 trophies, including three UEFA Women’s Champions League titles. The transfer reunites her with former Barcelona coach Jonatan Giraldez, who now leads Lyon, and adds to the squad of the French club owned by Michele Kang, who also owns the London City Lionesses.
Paralluelo’s departure is part of a wider exodus from Barcelona’s women’s team, which also saw Alexia Putellas, Mapi León, Ona Batlle and others move on to new clubs.
Entities: FC Barcelona · Jonatan Giraldez · Michele Kang · Olympique Lyonnais (OL Lyonnes) · Salma Paralluelo
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Paralluelo made 131 appearances and scored 72 goals for Barcelona. (statistics reported by multiple outlets)
- [● 5 SOURCES] Salma Paralluelo signed a four‑year contract with Olympique Lyonnais until 30 June 2030. (official club announcement)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Paralluelo’s move reunites her with former Barcelona coach Jonatan Giraldez at Lyon. (club comments)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Olympique Lyonnais is owned by American businesswoman Michele Kang, who also owns London City Lionesses. (club ownership information)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Paralluelo left FC Barcelona after her contract expired in June 2026. (club and media reports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Paralluelo won 15 trophies with Barcelona, including three UEFA Women’s Champions League titles. (club record)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The transfer was announced on 25 July 2026. (press releases)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Paralluelo’s departure is part of a series of Barcelona women’s team exits that include Alexia Putellas and Mapi León. (media coverage of transfer window)