Leicester City is on the verge of securing the signature of Alisha Lehmann, a talented forward from Switzerland. The 26-year-old currently plays for FC Como, positioned fourth in Serie A. She signed with Como in August after a three-year stint at Juventus.
Details of the Transfer
Recent discussions between Leicester City and FC Como suggest an imminent deal for Lehmann. Notably, she was not included in the matchday squad during Como’s recent 0-0 draw against Napoli. While Leicester aims for a permanent transfer, the possibility of an initial loan agreement remains unclear.
Upcoming Matches
Leicester hopes Lehmann will join their squad following the Women’s FA Cup tie against Tottenham, scheduled for Sunday at 12:00 GMT. The club is actively looking to strengthen its roster with players experienced in the Women’s Super League (WSL).
Lehmann’s Career Highlights
- Previously played for WSL clubs West Ham, Everton, and Aston Villa.
- Member of the West Ham squad that finished as runners-up in the 2018-19 Women’s FA Cup.
- Has earned 64 caps for the Swiss national team.
- Won the Serie A title with Juventus in the 2024-25 season.
Lehmann’s social media presence is impressive; she is the most-followed female footballer globally, boasting over 16 million followers on Instagram. Additionally, she is involved in the Baller League UK, managing one of its twelve teams, which includes current and former professional football players.
Leicester’s Transfer Strategy
In the January transfer window, Leicester City has targeted players with WSL experience, successfully signing Ashleigh Neville from Tottenham, Rachel Williams from Manchester United, and Sarah Mayling on loan from Aston Villa.
As the transfer progresses, fans eagerly await the potential impact of Alisha Lehmann on Leicester City’s campaign.
