Arsenal Complete World-Record £1m Transfer for Liverpool Forward Smith
Arsenal Complete World-Record £1m Transfer for Liverpool Forward Smith

Arsenal Complete World-Record £1m Transfer for Liverpool Forward Smith

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Arsenal have made history by signing Canadian forward Olivia Smith from Liverpool for a world-record transfer fee of £1 million, making her the most expensive female footballer ever and the first to break the seven-figure barrier. Smith, 20, joins the European champions after a standout season where she was Liverpool's top scorer and Player of the Season, netting nine goals in 25 appearances. Liverpool were initially reluctant to sell the young star, rejecting multiple bids from top clubs before Arsenal met their valuation. Smith, who debuted for Canada at 15 and has 18 caps, expressed her excitement about joining Arsenal to compete for top honors in England and Europe. Arsenal head coach Renée Slegers praised Smith's ambition and potential to make a significant impact at the club. This transfer not only sets a new benchmark in women's football but also marks the first world record move between two clubs from the same country in 24 years.

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