Arsenal have smashed the world transfer record to sign Liverpool's star striker.
Canadian Olivia Smith has become the most expensive female footballer on the planet after swapping Merseyside for north London to the tune of £1million. Smith, 20, has signed a four-year deal with the Champions League winners.
Smith said: "It's a privilege and an honour to sign for Arsenal. It's my dream to compete for the biggest titles here in England and in Europe and I'm excited to get started and contribute to doing that here with Arsenal.
"The atmosphere the supporters create at Emirates Stadium is incredible and I can’t wait to have that behind me now.”
Olivia Smith
Olivia Smith has left Liverpool for Arsenal (Image: Getty Images)
Renée Slegers, Arsenal's head coach added: "Olivia is an exciting young player and we believe she can make a big contribution here at Arsenal. We’ve been impressed by her mentality and character, excelling in two European leagues at such a young age.
"I know she has a level of ambition that matches our own and we’re looking forward to working with her as she continues to grow at the club.”
Smith's move breaks the record set by Chelsea in January when they signed USA defender Naomi Girma for £900,000 from San Diego Wave.
Olivia Smith of Liverpool inspects the pitch prior to the Barclays Women's Super League match between Liverpool and Everton at Anfield on May 04, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
Olivia Smith has already spoken out about the move (Image: Getty Images)
It marks the first time a female footballer has broken the £1million mark.
The barrier was broken in the men's game by Trevor Francis when he joined Nottingham Forest 46 years ago.
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