Alexia Putellas joins London City Lionesses from Barcelona after 14 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 9:25 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Alexia Putellas has been unveiled as a player for the London City Lionesses after completing her transfer from Barcelona. This significant move comes after a decorated career at Barcelona, where Putellas was a two-time women’s world player of the year and won multiple titles including four Champions Leagues. London City Lionesses aims to grow women's football inspired by historical figures such as Cynisca, the first female Olympic champion. With new ownership under Michele Kang, the club is positioned for future development and competitive success, having recently secured mid-table placement in the English top flight after winning the second division in 2025.
- •Putellas spent 14 years at Barcelona before joining London City Lionesses.
- •She is a two-time women’s world player of the year.
- •London City Lionesses emphasize a shift in women's football culture.
- •The club recently secured mid-table status in the top flight.
- •New ownership aims to enhance women’s football with significant investments.
- 9:25 AMYahoo Sports — Spartan princess inspiration and a groundbreaking project: What drove Putellas to join London City
"While all the spotlight of the football world is on the men's World Cup in North America, the USA also gave us a huge moment in women's football when Alexia Putellas was unveiled as a London City Li...
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