Nigeria Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) side, Portland Thorns FC have announced the signing on Nicole Payne on a season-long loan deal.
Payne joined Portland Thorns from French club , Paris Saint-Germain.
The 23-year-old linked up with PSG last summer but has struggled for regular playing time at the club.
“We are pleased to be able to add Nicole to our roster for this season, she is a young and dynamic defender, who has the ability to impact the game on both sides of the ball,” General Manager and President of Soccer Operations Karina LeBlanc said.
“In speaking with Nicole, it was discovered that the Thorns are a club she has a deep admiration for. Her desire to represent this city and this crest is what we want from any new signing. When presented with this opportunity, she welcomed it with open arms. We are so thrilled to have her with us.”
