Arsenal announce departure of long-serving midfielder Wälti | OneFootball

Arsenal have announced the departure of long-serving midfielder Lia Wälti.

WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official media update from The Gunners this morning.

The 32-year-old has been an Arsenal player for the last seven years after joining the club from German side 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam in 2018. Wälti has gone on to make close to 200 appearances for the North Londoners in all competitions. She has helped Arsenal to win Barclays Women’s Super League and UEFA Women’s Champions League titles, along with two Subway Women’s League Cups.

Wälti has written her name into Arsenal history but her spell in North London has now come to an end.

Commenting on her departure, Wälti said “This is, without doubt one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to take in my life to leave this football club. Arsenal is so much more than just a football club for me. It’s my second home, my family, may safe place, a place I always wanted to return to, and all I have in my heart right now are just beautiful memories I will always keep with me.

“Thank you to the fans, you made us feel unstoppable, and thanks to everybody who supported me on the journey. Thanks for everything Arsenal.”

Wälti is expected to join Italian club Juventus later today.