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Putellas set to leave Barcelona after 38-trophy career.

5/28/2026

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Alexia Putellas Leaves

On 27 May 2026, Alexia Putellas announced she will leave FC Barcelona when her contract ends, with her final home match set for Wednesday against Real Sociedad at Estadi Johan Cruyff, kickoff 19:00 CEST.
She has won 38 trophies, among them 10 Liga F titles, four Champions Leagues and two Ballon d’Or awards.
She is linked to London City Lionesses and has interest from Paris Saint-Germain, NWSL clubs and a Mexican side.

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Putellas Joins Lionesses

London City Lionesses have an agreement in principle to sign Alexia Putellas, called the biggest Women’s Super League (WSL) signing, despite interest from NWSL clubs.
A Wednesday farewell ceremony displayed all 38 trophies Putellas won in 14 years with Barcelona.
Experts say her arrival could raise the WSL’s international profile and attract more top players.
Supporters will hold a public tribute at Estadi Johan Cruyff after her final home game.

History

Historical Context

In 2011 the FA launched the Women’s Super League with eight clubs, playing a summer schedule and no relegation for its first two seasons. The league turned fully professional in 2018-19, expanded to 14 teams from 2026-27, and has become a major draw for elite talent. Alexia Putellas’s 2026 move to London City Lionesses follows this trajectory, promising to raise the league’s global profile.

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Alexia Putellas Leaves

On 27 May 2026, Alexia Putellas announced she will leave FC Barcelona when her contract ends, with her final home match set for Wednesday against Real Sociedad at Estadi Johan Cruyff, kickoff 19:00 CEST.
She has won 38 trophies, among them 10 Liga F titles, four Champions Leagues and two Ballon d’Or awards.
She is linked to London City Lionesses and has interest from Paris Saint-Germain, NWSL clubs and a Mexican side.

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