# Barcelona women's team faces uncertain future after key players depart

Star players Alexia Putellas, Ona Batlle, and Mapi León are leaving Barcelona, marking a significant exodus from the dominant women's football club. Their departures could reshape the competitive landscape in European women's football and test Barcelona's ability to maintain their elite status.

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### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/22/putellas-batlle-leon-barcelona-women-latest-summer-exodus) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:07:51 GMT