Real Madrid have completed the signing of 19-year-old Swedish forward Felicia Schroeder from BK Hacken in a deal that her former club says is “the most expensive transfer ever in women’s football.”
The teenage prodigy has put pen to paper on a four-year contract with the Spanish giants, bringing an end to a record-breaking saga that rewrites the financial landscape of the women’s game.
The Fee That Shattered the Record
While the exact figure remains undisclosed, a spokesperson for Gothenburg-based Hacken confirmed to Reuters that the transfer surpasses the previous benchmark set last summer. At that time, Orlando Pride paid a reported $1.5 million (£1.1m) to Tigres UANL for Mexican winger Lizbeth Ovalle, then the most expensive signing in women’s football history.
“It’s based on this price tag being higher than the previous record sum of $1.5m, a record sum that was confirmed at the time by the Orlando Pride. However, what exactly this price tag is is not something we are making public,” the Hacken spokesperson said.
Schroeder’s agent and the club have both declined to reveal the exact amount, but the statement leaves no doubt that Real Madrid have invested a record-breaking sum to secure one of Europe’s most exciting young talents.
A Goal Machine in Sweden
Schroeder leaves BK Hacken after a remarkable spell in the Damallsvenskan, Sweden’s top flight. She netted an astonishing 91 goals in 128 appearances for the club, including 30 goals in the 2025 season as Hacken stormed to the league title.
Her prolific form extended to the international stage, where she was named “the standout star of the tournament” at the recent Women’s Europa Cup, a competition that served as a proving ground for several top prospects. That performance only intensified the scramble for her signature, with Real Madrid ultimately winning the race.
What Schroeder Brings to Real Madrid
Real Madrid finished second in Liga F last season, 15 points behind dominant champions Barcelona. The addition of Schroeder signals a clear intent to close that gap. A versatile forward with deadly finishing ability, she adds a new dimension to an attack that will be expected to compete on multiple fronts.
Her arrival also underlines the growing commercial power of the women’s game, with transfer fees now reaching levels once unthinkable. As investment continues to pour in, Schroeder’s move is likely just the beginning of a new era of high-value transfers in women’s football.
Key Takeaways
- Felicia Schroeder becomes the most expensive player in women’s football history, joining Real Madrid from BK Hacken for an undisclosed fee that exceeds $1.5 million.
- The 19-year-old Swede scored 91 goals in 128 games for Hacken and was the top scorer as they won the Damallsvenskan in 2025.
- Real Madrid are looking to bridge the gap to Barcelona in Liga F after a second-place finish last season.
- The record transfer signals the accelerating financial growth and global appeal of women’s football.
Quick Facts
Player: Felicia Schroeder
Age: 19
Position: Forward
Nationality: Sweden
Previous Club: BK Hacken
New Club: Real Madrid
Contract Duration: Four years
Previous Record Fee: $1.5m (Lizbeth Ovalle to Orlando Pride)
