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Alexia Putellas Joins London City Lionesses, Boosts Champions Ambitions

6/26/2026

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Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d’Or winner who scored a club-record 232 goals for Barcelona, has agreed to join the London City Lionesses in the Women's Super League.
She chose London City to stay in Europe, remain close to home, and avoid playing regularly against Barcelona.
Owner Michele Kang, who also owns OL Lyonnais and Washington Spirit, hopes the signing will help the Lionesses contend for future Champions League spots.

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Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d’Or winner who scored a club-record 232 goals for Barcelona, has agreed to join the London City Lionesses in the Women's Super League.
She chose London City to stay in Europe, remain close to home, and avoid playing regularly against Barcelona.
Owner Michele Kang, who also owns OL Lyonnais and Washington Spirit, hopes the signing will help the Lionesses contend for future Champions League spots.