Arsenal Women are near a deal to sign Spain defender Ona Batlle. The 26-year-old full-back currently plays for Barcelona but becomes a free agent in the summer. According to The Guardian, the London club is in advanced talks to bring the player back to the Women's Super League.
Batlle previously spent three seasons in England with Manchester United before moving to Barcelona in 2023. She has won the Champions League and Liga F during her time in Spain. Per Sky Sports, Arsenal intend to strengthen their defensive options following a season where they finished behind Chelsea and Manchester City in the league table.
The defender was a key member of the Spain squad that won the 2023 World Cup. She has made more than 40 appearances for the national team. Arsenal officials hope to finalise the agreement before the transfer window opens officially. The move represents a significant addition for the Gunners as they look to challenge for the domestic title next season.
