Brighton sign Lia Walti from Juventus

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Midfielder spent a year in Italy, having previously played in the WSL for Arsenal.

Charlie Hanson

2026-07-04T09:30+01:00

We are pleased to confirm the signing of midfielder Lia Walti from Juventus, for undisclosed terms.

The 33-year-old’s move is subject to international clearance and the usual regulatory processes.

The Switzerland international is best known for her time with Arsenal, where she won the Champions League in the 2024/25 season.

Women’s first team coach Dario Vidosic said, “Lia is a huge addition to the team ahead of the new season.

“She brings a similar leadership profile to the group as Fran Kirby - a huge amount of experience at the very top end of the game, with silverware to show for it.

“Lia’s career speaks for itself and I am looking forward to seeing the impact she will have for us.”

She turned out for the likes of Koniz and Young Boys Frauen at the start of her career, before moving to German side Turbine Potsdam.

She was signed by the Gunners in 2018, where she would make 177 appearances. There she won the WSL, the League Cup and the Champions League.

On the international stage, Lia is Switzerland’s fourth most-capped player of all time - currently on 140 appearances - helping her country reach the quarter-finals of last year’s UEFA Women’s Championship.