Alisha Lehmann is making waves not just on the football field, but in the headlines too. Known for her dynamic presence as a player for Leicester City and her previous stints with Aston Villa and Juventus, Lehmann has also been a vocal advocate for gender pay equality in sports. At 27, the Swiss international has already left an indelible mark, both in terms of her on-field prowess and her off-field advocacy.
Lehmann, who was once in a high-profile relationship with Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz, has been outspoken about the pay disparities in football. She famously remarked, "After training, I often tell Douglas that it's unfair. We do the same job, but he earns a hundred thousand times more than me." Her words underline the ongoing debate over gender pay gaps in sports.
Though Lehmann earns a significant amount, with her Aston Villa salary reportedly around £200,000 a year, her income pales in comparison to top male players. A big chunk of her earnings also comes from sponsored Instagram posts, fetching around £245,000 each. Yet, Lehmann was recently approached with an eye-popping offer.
In what could have been a potentially lucrative deal, Lehmann was offered over £83,000 to join adult site 'My.Club'. The site’s Vice President, Mike Ford, even penned an open letter, highlighting her skyrocketing popularity, especially with the World Cup drawing near. But that wasn't the only jaw-dropping proposal on the table for Lehmann.
While vacationing in Miami, a tantalizing offer landed in Lehmann's lap. According to an interview with podcaster and rapper Shirin David, a 'very well-known' celebrity offered a staggering 100,000 Swiss Francs (£90,121) for a one-night engagement. The identity of this mystery figure remains a secret, as Lehmann said coyly, "I can't reveal that. But he is very, very well known internationally."
Despite the eye-watering sum, Lehmann turned down the offer, illustrating her integrity and focus on her career. "Of course, I didn't answer, it was crazy," she recounted. Her discretion and self-respect won her admiration from fans, further cementing her status as a role model both on and off the pitch.