Spain forward Salma Paralluelo joins French champions OL Lyonnais on a four-year contract, after leaving Barcelona. The 22-year-old departs Barcelona as a free agent following the end of her terms with the Liga F club and does not sign new agreement(s). Multiple reports say she attracts interest from clubs across Europe and the NWSL before choosing Lyon. One reported factor is that Chelsea, an eight-time Women’s Super League champion, makes an approach that Paralluelo declines; reports also indicate Chelsea does not meet her reported salary demands, cited as exceeding £1 million. OL Lyonnais confirm the signing and describe Paralluelo as a high-profile international player. She is noted as having scored twice for Barcelona in the 4-0 win over Lyon in the Champions League final in May. Paralluelo also has major international credentials, including helping Spain win the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Sources report the Lyon deal runs through 2030.