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Earps & Leon poised to join London City Lionesses

Earps & Leon poised to join London City Lionesses

Summary

Mary Earps, a former England goalkeeper, and Spanish defender Mapi Leon are set to join London City Lionesses this summer. Earps will move from Paris St-Germain, while Leon recently left Barcelona after nine years, as the club strengthens its team in the Women's Super League.

Key Facts

  • Mary Earps has agreed personal terms to join London City Lionesses after finishing her contract with Paris St-Germain.
  • Earps is 33 years old, has won the FIFA Best Goalkeeper of the Year twice, and played a key role in England's Euro 2022 win.
  • Mapi Leon, a 30-year-old defender, left Barcelona after winning 27 trophies, including four Champions League titles.
  • Leon had boycotted Spain’s national team for nearly three years due to disagreements but returned in late 2025.
  • London City Lionesses finished sixth in their first WSL season and are aiming to sign top players like Alexia Putellas.
  • Other big transfers in the Women's Super League include Sam Kerr leaving Chelsea and Katie McCabe moving to Chelsea.
  • Manchester City is interested in signing England forward Beth Mead from Arsenal.
  • Arsenal plans to sign England midfielder Georgia Stanway and Spain defender Ona Batlle from German and Spanish clubs.
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