Hope Solo Transfer Reportedly Wanted by Marseille

Marseille are reportedly trying to sign United States Women's National Team goalkeeper Hope Solo. 

As Bleacher Report's Andy Brassell relayed, according to L'Equipe, the French club are seeking to make a big impression in a bid to cement their spot in the top flight:

Solo, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and one-time World Cup winner, is rated as one of the finest goalkeepers of all time and has represented the United States an incredible 202 times.

The 35-year-old hasn't been in action in a competitive game since the quarter-finals of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics last summer. 

Solo picked up a six-month suspension following that game after stating the Sweden players conducted themselves like "a bunch of cowards" in a defensive display, per the Associated Press (h/t the Guardian). In September 2016, the goalkeeper also underwent surgery on a troublesome shoulder.

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Solo would be one of a string of high-profile USWNT stars to make the move to European football if this deal was to go ahead.

Alex Morgan joined Lyon on loan from Orlando Pride in January and played a part in the team's UEFA Women's Champions League win. United States skipper Carli Lloyd also made a temporary switch to Manchester City.

Marseille's women's side was promoted to the top flight in 2016, and they enjoyed an excellent debut season at that level, finishing in fourth.