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Arsenal Sets New Women’s Transfer Record With Olivia Smith Deal

Claiming the first million-pound deal in the women’s game marks a new era of investment at Arsenal.

Olivia Smith wechselt für eine Rekordablöse
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Arsenal macht Olivia Smith zur teuersten Spielerin der Welt

Overview

  • Arsenal confirmed on July 17 that Canada forward Olivia Smith has joined from Liverpool on a long-term contract.
  • The undisclosed fee is reported at about £1 million (≈€1.16 million), surpassing the previous record set by Naomi Girma’s $1.1 million move to Chelsea in January.
  • Smith scored seven goals in 20 Women’s Super League appearances last season and became the first woman to net for Liverpool at Anfield.
  • Liverpool declined several transfer inquiries before accepting Arsenal’s record-breaking offer for the 20-year-old versatile winger and striker.
  • Smith described joining Arsenal as “a privilege and an honour” and coach Renée Slegers hailed her as an exciting talent poised to compete for English and European titles.