Unmasking London City's Spanish superstar
Alexia Putellas' arrival at London City Lionesses was the biggest transfer in WSL history - but who is the person behind the global stardom?
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas made her first appearance as a reporter for the English media at a hotel in Maidstone. The Spanish superstar, who has captained Barcelona to four Women's Champions League titles and won the 2023 World Cup, is now a London City Lionesses player. Despite her status as a global icon, Putellas remains humble and eager to learn.
She described her journey at London City as a chance to discover her limits as a footballer. Putellas is focused on her new club's season opener against Manchester United on September 4th, despite not fully committing to Champions League football. Her competitive spirit and love for the game remain constant, even after her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury ruled her out of Euro 2022.
Putellas is still learning the English language and relies on her teammates, including fellow Spaniards, to help her improve her understanding of the WSL's tactics.
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