Alexia Putellas transforms London City Lionesses as they prepare for Manchester City WSL clash

London City Lionesses are riding a wave of momentum after signing Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas, with the club's Instagram generating 34 million hits since her award on Monday. Chief executive Martin Semmens calls the attention 'awesome for the WSL' as his side, owned by businesswoman Michele Kang, sits third in the top flight just two and a half years after finishing eighth in the second tier. On Sunday, they host Manchester City at Hayes Lane, Bromley, in a match featuring seven of the top 30 Ballon d'Or-ranked players. Semmens believes Putellas' arrival has shifted the mindset across the entire club, from players to staff, instilling belief that they can compete with the champions. The fixture highlights the rapid growth of the independent club and the league's rising profile. A strong performance against City could further cement London City's status as genuine title contenders.