French international Alice Sombath has joined Tottenham Hotspur from Olympique Lyonnais Féminin, the clubs confirmed. The 22-year-old defender departs Lyon after six years with the club, where she made over 100 appearances. Financial details of the transfer were not disclosed.
Sombath began her professional career with Paris FC before a spell at Paris Saint-Germain, eventually settling at Lyon in 2017. During her time with the club, she established herself as a key player, winning four French league titles and two Coupe de France trophies. She also featured in the Champions League for Lyon, gaining valuable experience at the highest level of European competition.
Lyon have now lost two French internationals this window, with Kadidiatou Diani having previously joined London City Lionesses. Sombath expressed her gratitude to Lyon in a farewell message posted on social media, describing the club as a “second home” and a “family”.
Tottenham will be hoping Sombath can strengthen their defensive options in the Women’s Super League. The move represents a significant opportunity for the young defender to test herself in a new league and continue her development as a player. Her versatility and experience will be valuable assets for Tottenham as they look to compete at the top of the WSL. The addition of Sombath signals Tottenham’s ambition to build a competitive squad capable of challenging for honours.
