Lia Walti joins Brighton after stint with Juventus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Lia Walti has signed with Brighton, returning to the Women’s Super League after a season at Juventus. The Switzerland captain previously spent seven influential years at Arsenal before her move to Italy. Walti's experience includes significant achievements in the WSL, League Cup, and Champions League. Brighton's first-team coach, Dario Vidosic, expressed optimism about her impact ahead of the new season. Walti's two-year contract is expected to enhance the team's leadership and on-field performance.
- •Walti signs a two-year deal with Brighton through 2027.
- •She previously played 177 matches for Arsenal, winning multiple titles.
- •Walti's return to England follows a season at Juventus.
- •Dario Vidosic praised her leadership qualities for the new season.
- •Géraldine Reuteler may join Arsenal from Brighton this summer.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Former Arsenal star signs for Brighton
"The 33-year-old Switzerland captain returns to England after a short spell in Italy, bringing major WSL and European experience to Brighton.Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty ImagesLia Walti has returned to t...
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