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Brighton pursuing Lia Walti transfer from Juventus

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:46 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Brighton pursuing Lia Walti transfer from Juventus

Summary

Brighton & Hove Albion is actively negotiating to sign midfielder Lia Walti from Juventus, which would mark her return to the Women’s Super League. The 33-year-old has undergone a medical, and while the deal is not finalized, progress is being made between the clubs. Walti, who previously played for Arsenal, is seeking to return to England. The transfer would come after Juventus' mixed results in the league, finishing third despite previous successes. If completed, Walti would become Brighton's first signing of the summer.

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•Walti is undertaking a medical as negotiations continue.
•She previously played for Arsenal before joining Juventus last September.
•Brighton aims to enhance their roster after reaching the FA Cup final.
•The club plans to build a dedicated women's stadium in Europe.

Latest Updates

8:53 PMBBC Football — Brighton in advanced talks to sign Walti
7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton working on deal to sign Lia Walti from Juventus

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Brighton & Hove Albion are working on a deal to sign midfielder Lia Walti from Juventus in a move which would mark her return to the Women’s Super League. The 33-year-old has undertaken a medical and although the deal is not yet finalised, negotiations between the clubs continue to progress positively. Walti was keen to return to England and Juventus were open to finding a solution despite only signing her from Arsenal on a two-year contract last September. Under head coach Massimiliano Canzi, W
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