USWNT star Horan explains decision to join Lyon and return to France

United States women's national team star Lindsey Horan has explained her decision to join Lyon in January, insisting it was an opportunity she "couldn't refuse".

Lyon announced the signing of Horan on loan from the Portland Thorns until June 2023 last month, with the 27-year-old returning to France for the first time since her departure from Paris Saint-Germain in 2016.

Horan has enjoyed great success with the Thorns in her homeland over the past six years, winning six trophies including the NWSL title, but did not hesitate when Lyon came calling and has set her sights on Champions League glory.

"I'm very happy to be here. It's a real pleasure," Horan told Lyon's official website.

"When the opportunity arose to play for OL, I couldn't refuse. I wanted a new challenge.

"OL are one of the best clubs, if not the best. I came to grow and help the club, and in particular to win the UWCL, which I have never won."