Scotland international Caroline Weir has announced her exit from Real Madrid, concluding a four-year tenure with the Spanish club. The 30-year-old midfielder, who became Real Madrid Femenino's record goalscorer and assister, shared her decision without revealing her future plans.
Weir, who joined Real Madrid from Manchester City in 2022, played 125 matches for the club, netting an impressive 63 goals. Despite her prolific scoring and consistent performances, including being twice voted club player of the season and a Ballon d'Or Feminin nominee, silverware eluded her during a period dominated by rivals Barcelona. In an emotional statement, Weir described playing for the club as a 'dream come true' but admitted her 'only regret is that I could not give you a first title'.
Her time in Madrid was also marked by a significant personal challenge when she suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in her left knee while representing Scotland against Belgium in September 2023. This injury sidelined her for a year, but with extensive support from teammates, staff, and family, she made a remarkable recovery. Weir recently captained Scotland to secure top spot in their World Cup qualifying group, scoring seven goals in their final two victories against Israel, demonstrating her resilience and continued impact on the international stage.
Real Madrid acknowledged Weir's departure, stating it was her decision to leave, and conveyed 'gratitude and affection for everything she has contributed to our club and for her professionalism, commitment and hard work during these four seasons'. Weir's legacy at the club is undeniable, having etched her name in their history books for her attacking prowess.
Having previously won trophies with both Manchester City and Arsenal in England, Weir now leaves Real Madrid with 'a heart full of love, memories and gratitude', expressing both sadness at her departure and excitement to watch the club's continued growth from afar. Her next career move will undoubtedly be a point of interest for football fans across the UK and beyond.