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Man Utd captain and Lionesses star Greenwood completes Lyon move

European champions Lyon have announced the capture of England international and Manchester United captain Alex Greenwood.

The clubs had previously announced an agreement over a fee for the 25-year-old defender, with United promising a further announcement on Twitter.

Greenwood celebrated her move on Twitter, writing: "So excited to be joining @OLfeminin the best women’s club in the world and to test myself against the best players everyday. Excited for the journey ahead."

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Liverpool-born Greenwood played one season with United in the Women's Championship, England's second-division, joining the club in their debut season.