Leicester City Women have added to their attacking ranks with the signing of dynamic midfielder Lia Cataldo

Lia Cataldo has represented England at Under 17 level, including the 2018 European Championships in Lithuania

The midfielder made 18 appearances for Millwall Lionesses last season

The 17-year old came through the ranks at Arsenal, winning the Development League title in 2017

Leicester City Women Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of midfielder Lia Cataldo who joins the Foxes having left Millwall Lionesses at the end of the 2018/19 season.

The midfielder came through Arsenal’s Academy, winning the Development League title in 2017/18 before following Manager Chris Phillips across London to Millwall Lionesses.

Lia arrives at the Club with England Under 17 experience having helped the Young Lionesses reach the semi-finals at the 2018 UEFA European Championships in Lithuania.

Having made 18 appearances for the Lionesses last season, Lia is looking forward to getting started with her new team-mates.

Speaking to LCWFC TV, Lia Cataldo said: “I decided to join Leicester because I’m looking for a new challenge, Leicester are really interested in developing youth players and bringing through young players which I think is great. I think it’s a great opportunity here knowing that the Club are trying to push for promotion, I just can’t wait to be a part of it.”