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Arsenal Sign Olivia Smith For World-record Women's Transfer Fee
Super League Rising Star: Canada forward Olivia Smith has become the most expensive signing in women's football history by completing a one million pound move to Arsenal from Liverpool.
Olivia joins the Arsenal on a long-term contract and will wear the number 15 jersey. "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," she said in a statement.
She started her youth career in her homeland before spending time in the US college system. Her strong progress was soon recognised and she signed a first professional contract with Sporting Clube in Portugal in July 2023.
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- 06 Feb 2021 04:31