Aston Villa Breaks Record with Signing of Brazil Forward Gabi Nunes

Aston Villa has made a significant splash in the Women’s Super League (WSL) by completing the signing of Brazil international forward Gabi Nunes from Levante for a club-record fee. The transfer sees Villa triggering Nunes’ release clause of 300,000 euros (£250,000), making her the most expensive signing in the club’s history.

Nunes, a 27-year-old forward with 22 caps for Brazil, joins Villa on a two-year deal with an option for a third year. Her addition comes fresh off a silver medal-winning performance at the Paris Olympic Games, where she was a key member of the Brazilian squad.

This move marks Villa’s eighth signing of the summer, reflecting their ambitious investment under new manager Robert de Pauw. The club’s spending spree is a clear statement of their intent to challenge the established dominance of the WSL’s traditional top four—Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Manchester United.

Nunes’ arrival is notable not only for the record fee but also for its potential impact on Villa’s campaign. The transfer is one of the most significant in WSL history, rivaling Chelsea’s acquisition of Mayra Ramirez for £384,000 and Jill Roord’s move to Manchester City for over £300,000 in 2023.

As the WSL transfer window nears its closing on 13 September, Aston Villa’s latest signing underscores their serious ambitions for the season ahead, setting the stage for an exciting campaign.