Barcelona have completed the signing of Dutch International Esmee Brugts. The 20-year old attacking midfielder has signed a 4-year contract until June 2027.
At such a young age, Brugts has already solidified her position within the Dutch National Team, having starred at the World Cup, where she made 5 appearance and scored twice. Brugts moves from PSV Eindhoven, whom she had been playing with since 2020.
Welcome Brugts, Orange talent is here 🍊💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/RZLhSDQVw7
— FC Barcelona Femení (@FCBfemeni) August 22, 2023
Brugts is very popular amongst Dutch fans, who celebrated as her 93rd minute winner against Iceland, qualified the Netherlands for 2023 Women's World Cup.
This is Barcelona's second big signing of the summer, having already signed Ona Battle from Manchester United. Barcelona are back underway in Liga F on the 10th of September when they face Valencia.