Alexia Putellas 'quite close' to renewing contract with Barcelona, says president Joan Laporta

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas is close to signing a contract extension.

  • Putellas contract expires next year
  • Laporta confirms extension talks
  • Putellas to compete with Spain in World Cup

WHAT HAPPENED? Due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury, Putellas missed the majority of the previous season, however, made a comeback for the final six games. Some rumours had indicated that Barca might be open to letting their captain go after winning the Champions League without her this season. She has one year left on her contract, which expires in 2024.

Barcelona president, Joan Laporta, however, put an end to the rumours and confirmed that the two parties are very close to signing a contract extension to keep La Reina at the Catalonia club.

WHAT THEY SAID: Laporta denied reports that offers would be considered for the club captain and stated, "With Alexia, we are quite close to reaching an agreement to renew her contract".

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THE BIGGER PICTURE: Barca Femeni completed their long-standing goal of winning the Champions League last season, however, fell short of the treble after being disqualified from the competition due to fielding an illegible player.

WHAT NEXT? Alexia Putellas and the Spanish national team will now compete in the 2023 Women's World Cup before the Barca captain can resume duties with the Blaugranas.

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