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Arsenal complete world record £1m Olivia Smith signing from Liverpool
ENGLAND, JUL 17 – Olivia Smith's £1 million transfer from Liverpool to Arsenal sets a new world record in women's football, surpassing the previous £900,000 record held by Naomi Girma.
- Arsenal have completed the world-record signing of 20-year-old Canadian forward Olivia Smith from Liverpool for £1 million on a long-term contract.
- The transfer followed Liverpool's initial reluctance and rejected bids from Chelsea and Lyon, with Arsenal matching the high valuation to secure Smith after her strong performances in Portugal and England.
- Smith netted 16 goals in 28 matches for Sporting CP during the 2023-24 season before moving to Liverpool, where she scored nine times in 25 appearances last year, finishing as the club’s leading scorer and demonstrating impressive talent across two top European leagues at a young age.
- Smith expressed her excitement about joining Arsenal, describing it as an honor and a privilege. She looks forward to challenging for top honours both in England and across Europe, and is eager to make a positive impact at the Emirates Stadium.
- Arsenal's signing signals their ambition to compete with Chelsea domestically after winning the Champions League, while Arsenal's coaches and directors praise Smith's mentality, character, and potential contribution to the team.
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