# Tottenham break women's transfer record to sign Alice Sombath from Lyon

Tottenham Hotspur have signed French defender Alice Sombath from Lyon for a club-record transfer fee, marking a significant investment in their women's team. The move strengthens Spurs' backline as they aim to compete more strongly in the Women's Super League.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/21/spurs-sign-alice-sombath-from-lyonnes-transfer-record) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:47:31 GMT