Women's football: Anyomi, London City and the German exodus
Nicole Anyomi has joined Alexia Putellas and other star names in signing for the ambitious English club London City Lionesses. The Germany winger told DW England is a better place to develop her game than back home.
The London City Lionesses, a women's football team, have signed several high-profile players from Germany's Women's Bundesliga for the upcoming season. Nicole Anyomi, a German winger, left Eintracht Frankfurt for a greater challenge in England, citing the league's increased competition and better facilities. Other players who have made the move include Vivien Endemann, Selina Cerci, Carlotta Wamser, and Georgia Stanway.
Anyomi attributes their departure to the gap in infrastructure, finances, and coaching between the two leagues. The Frauen-Bundesliga FBL e.V., a new organization designed to improve the German league, aims to increase revenue and attract more international talent. However, UEFA's rules prevent London City, owned by Korean-American businesswoman Michelle Kang, from participating in the Champions League due to their multi-ownership structure.
The lack of continental football may be a risk for Anyomi, but she trusts her new club to find a solution.
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