London City Lionesses sign Alexia Putellas from Barcelona
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 2:46 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
London City Lionesses have signed free agent Alexia Putellas after her departure from Barcelona, where she spent 14 successful years. Putellas, a two-time Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion, expressed excitement for her new chapter at the WSL club. Her move is considered a bold statement for London City as they aim to strengthen their roster following a sixth-place finish last season. This signing is expected to enhance the club's ambitions in the Women's Super League and increase its profile further. Putellas has expressed her desire to help elevate women's football in England and globally.
- •Putellas joins London City Lionesses after leaving Barcelona in May.
- •She is a two-time Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup champion.
- •Putellas aims to impact on the pitch and in youth development.
- •This move follows the signing of goalkeeper Mary Earps earlier this summer.
- •London City finished sixth in their debut WSL season in 2025/26.
"London City Lionesses have completed the landmark signing of free agent Alexia Putellas following her departure from Barcelona.
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