I want to do my best here at Tottenham. The league is very competitive and every game is tough, which excites me," said Alice Sombath. "I saw Spurs had a good season last year. My qualities can add value, even though they already have many.\n\nSombath came through Paris FC’s academy, joined Paris St‑Germain’s youth set‑up, then moved to Lyon in 2020.

She plays centre‑back or right‑back and has represented France at every level, from under‑16s to the senior squad. She featured in all of France’s matches at Euro 2025, starting three group‑stage games.\n\n"She's a player we've followed closely and fits the profile of what we're building," said Tottenham manager Martin Ho. "She has shown real maturity and we believe she can develop into a top player in our environment."\n\nTottenham secured six signings this window, including Sombath. They also added Shekeira Martinez, Kirsty Hanson, Victoria Pelova, Caitlin Dijkstra and Selma Panengstuen, completing their early businesstreasury.