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Washington Spirit Signs Historic Paraguayan Star for $950K

1/21/2026

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The Washington Spirit signed Claudia Martínez, an 18-year-old Paraguayan forward from Club Olimpia, becoming the first Paraguayan in National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) history, for $950,000.
Martínez was a co-leading scorer at the Copa América Femenina.
The transfer fee ranks among the top 10 in women's soccer history.
She signed a contract through 2028 with a 2029 option.
The payment will be split into two installments under NWSL rules.

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Story summary

The Washington Spirit signed Claudia Martínez, an 18-year-old Paraguayan forward from Club Olimpia, becoming the first Paraguayan in National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) history, for $950,000.
Martínez was a co-leading scorer at the Copa América Femenina.
The transfer fee ranks among the top 10 in women's soccer history.
She signed a contract through 2028 with a 2029 option.
The payment will be split into two installments under NWSL rules.