London City signs Alexia Putellas on free transfer from Barcelona
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
London City Lionesses have signed Alexia Putellas on a free transfer from Barcelona, enhancing their squad as the WSL summer window is open. Putellas, a two-time Ballon d'Or winner, leaves Barcelona after 14 successful seasons in which she made over 500 appearances and scored 232 goals, making her the second-highest goal scorer in the club's history. This transfer is significant as it aims to propel London City to new heights in the WSL. Additionally, Arsenal has made notable signings, including Géraldine Reuteler from Eintracht Frankfurt and Selina Cerci from Hoffenheim.
- •Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 seasons and 232 goals.
- •London City Lionesses rated A+ for acquiring Putellas.
- •Reuteler joins Arsenal, enhancing their attacking options.
- •Cerci signs with Arsenal after two strong seasons at Hoffenheim.
- 4:25 PMESPN Soccer — Women's transfer grades: London City get A+ for Pu...
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