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Muller completes Lyon switch

Switzerland defender Patrick Muller has completed his transfer to Lyon.

Switzerland defender Patrick Muller has completed his transfer to Lyon.

The Basel star, who played for the Ligue One side from 2000 to 2004, has returned to the club for a fee of ‚é¼3 million (£2.1 million) - more than originally expected.

The 29-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half year contract, and will immediately come into the reckoning for a place in the weekend game against Monaco.

"Patrick was our number one priority for the winter transfer window," said Lyon coach Gerard Houllier.

The in-form side will be delighted to land a defender, with Eric Abidal, Jeremy Berthod, Anthony Reveillere and Claudio Cacapa all currently sidelined with injuries.