Man City Women’s Laia Aleixandri back with Barca

Laia Aleixandri rejoins Barcelona from Manchester City
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Laia Aleixandri has re-joined Spanish champions Barcelona after spending the last three seasons with Manchester City.

The defender made 88 appearances in all competitions during her time with City, scoring three goals.

She had joined City from Atletico Madrid, having spent the latter part of her youth career with Barcelona and then progressing into their senior B team.

The Spanish international has signed a four-year contract with Barcelona, following the conclusion of her contract at Manchester City.

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