French midfield star Grace Geyoro has made history by becoming the most expensive female footballer after signing with London City Lionesses for a record £1.4 million transfer fee from Paris Saint-Germain. The landmark move surpasses the previous women’s transfer record of £1.1 million, set earlier this year when Orlando Pride signed Mexican winger Lizbeth Ovalle from Tigres.
This summer alone has seen the women’s transfer record broken three times, reflecting the rapidly growing market, investment, and recognition in women’s football worldwide. Geyoro’s move highlights not only her exceptional talent but also the accelerating financial stakes in the women’s game, which has long trailed behind the men’s market in terms of valuations and investment.
At 28 years old, Geyoro is already one of France’s most accomplished players. She has earned 103 caps for the French national team, scoring 22 goals and representing her country in two World Cups, two European Championships, and the 2024 Olympics. Her international experience has made her a cornerstone of French football and a consistent leader on the pitch.
Geyoro’s career with PSG began when she was just 15, and over the years she became one of the club’s most reliable midfielders. She played nearly 270 matches, scoring 54 goals, and won three French Cups. She was also part of the PSG squads that reached the UEFA Women’s Champions League final twice, further cementing her reputation as one of Europe’s top players.
The historic transfer is seen by analysts as a defining moment in women’s football, demonstrating the sport’s ongoing transformation and growing commercial value. For Geyoro, the record-breaking move marks not only a new chapter in her career but also a milestone in the broader fight for parity, visibility, and investment in women’s sports.