Spain U20s midfielder Arques joins London City

Spain U20s midfielder Arques joins London CityImage source, London City LionessesImage caption, Daniela Arques won back-to-back European youth titles with Spain's U19sByEmma SandersBBC Sport women’s football news reporterPublished1 minute agoCommentsLondon City Lionesses have signed Spanish youth international Daniela Arques from Sporting, subject to international clearance.The 20-year-old joins on a three-year deal and adds to a strong Spanish contingent at London City.As part of an ambitious summer transfer window, London City have signed Spanish two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas and ex-Barcelona defender Mapi Leon.Arques links up with London City's Spanish boss Eder Maestre after a strong campaign in Portugal where she played 32 games and became a key player."I'm really excited to be joining London City and can't wait to get started," said Arques."Coming to the UK to play in the WSL is a brilliant opportunity and I'm looking forward to developing as a player and as a person. "Being surrounded by experienced players and learning from them every day is something I'm really excited about."Arques was part of the Spain U19s squad who clinched back-to-back European titles in 2024 and 2025, before graduating to the U20s set-up.She began her career at Athletic Club de Murcia before spells at Alhama and Levante in Spain's top division.Find interviews and extra content from the Women's Super League and beyond on the Women's Football Weekly feedRelated topicsWomen's FootballFootballWomen's Super LeagueFootball TransfersMore on this storyGet the latest WSL news on our dedicated page