Mary Earps is nearing a return to the WSL as she exits Paris Saint-Germain

The London City Lionesses are an ambitious club under owner Michel Kang and have had a steady debut campaign in the WSL, finishing sixth after eight wins from 22 matches.

Club sources say the Earps are yet to be signed, but are optimistic about their summer business.

Eder Maestre’s side have been linked with a number of players including Barcelona defender Mapi Lyon and England winger Beth Meade. He announced his departure from Arsenal This week amid additional interest from Manchester City.

Arsenal’s Meade and Katie McCabe leave, Barcelona’s Alexia Putelas is yet to sign a new contract, Sam Kerr is leaving Chelsea and Manchester City’s top scorer Khadijah Shaw has turned down a contract renewal offer.

While in England, Earps became one of the country’s most recognizable and influential players, although his book – published in November – created controversy And there were media headlines for several weeks.