London City Lionesses sign María Pérez from Barcelona | OneFootball

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London City Lionesses have signed World Cup-winning Spanish midfielder María Pérez from Barcelona for am undisclosed fee.

She joins on a two-year deal but is currently sidelined following a knee injury in pre-season training.

As well as winning the 2023 World Cup with Spain, she also helped win the Nations League in 2024.

Head coach Jocelyn Prêcheur told londoncitylionesses.com: “With María, it’s better to mention what she needs to develop instead of describing her qualities because, if I spoke about all of her talents, I would probably need an hour.”

“María is a complete player, she is smart, technically gifted, and is perfectly adapted to our project. She likes to control the ball and can decide the rhythm of play. I really wanted María in my team, we did everything we could to convince her to join the project, and the club did an amazing job at making the transfer happen. She is perfect for our style of play.”

Pérez said: “When London City called me and they explained Michele [Kang’s] project and vision, I had no doubts about coming here.”

“It’s a very ambitious project and it’s very exciting for me to come to a new league, new country, and new team at this point in my career. It was a difficult decision, but I feel that England is the best place for me to continue to develop as a player and as a person, and I’m looking forward to playing here.”

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