London City Lionesses sign two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas on a three-year deal in one of the biggest scoops in women's football history.

London City Lionesses have signed two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas on a three-year deal in one of the biggest scoops in women's football history. Spain midfielder Putellas, widely regarded as one of the game's greatest players, left Barcelona after 14 years in May and attracted interest from almost every top club in the world. She was signed on a free transfer and is believed to be earning a base salary of under £1million a year, although that will increase with bonuses. She was unveiled in New York City alongside London City's US billionaire owner Michele Kang. "I am thrilled to embark on this new chapter with London City Lionesses," said Putellas. "The club's ambition and its steadfast commitment to growing as a women-only independent club resonate deeply with me. "Off the pitch, building on my passion for youth development, I am equally excited to work with Michele in elevating women's football in England and on the global stage." Putellas captained Barcelona to a fourth Champions League title in her final season, while London City finished sixth in their debut Women's Super League campaign.