London City target Alexia Putellas as Chelsea plan world-record striker bid
Two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas is considering a lucrative move to London City Lionesses, while Chelsea are preparing a world-record £1.5m bid for Swedish teenager Felicia Schroder.
London City’s ambitious overhaul
The Barcelona captain remained tight-lipped about her future after securing another Champions League trophy over the weekend.
However, London City are reportedly making a massive financial play to bring the Spanish midfielder to the Women’s Super League.
A contract offer has been on the table for some time, far exceeding the terms being presented by her current Catalan employers.
The Champions League Player of the Season is expected to make a definitive decision on her playing future shortly.
The capital club have also approached out-of-contract duo Mapi Leon and Mary Earps as they look to build a European powerhouse.
They would join an already star-studded squad featuring international talents Kosovare Asllani and Grace Geyoro.
Chelsea pivot to record-breaking teenager
Meanwhile, the Blues have been forced to adjust their striking targets after Khadija Shaw opted to remain at Manchester City.
The West London side are now focusing entirely on securing 19-year-old sensation Felicia Schroder.
Chelsea are prepared to offer Swedish club Hacken a world-record fee of around £1.5m for the prolific forward.
Schroder netted 30 goals in Sweden last season and registered a hat-trick in the recent Europa Cup final.
However, securing the Swedish international may prove difficult given her desire for regular starting minutes ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Arsenal brace for summer of transition
Elsewhere in the capital, Arsenal are anticipating a frantic transfer window with significant squad turnover.
Key figures Beth Mead and Katie McCabe are both believed to be pondering their next career steps.
The Gunners are expected to make multiple signings as they aim to mount a serious title challenge next season.