Summary
Olivia Smith, a 21-year-old footballer, became the first woman to be transferred for £1 million when Arsenal signed her from Liverpool. She has played internationally for Canada since the age of 15 and recently turned professional. Despite her rising fame, her coaches and mentors describe her as humble and unchanged by her success.
Key Facts
- Olivia Smith is the first female footballer to have a £1 million transfer fee.
- Arsenal signed her from Liverpool in July.
- She made her international debut for Canada at age 15, being the youngest player to do so.
- Smith turned professional in 2023 and previously played for Sporting CP in Portugal.
- Her Liverpool move broke the club's transfer record, costing just over £200,000.
- Coaches and mentors describe Smith as down to earth and unchanged by fame.
- Her parents have supported her career from a young age, making sacrifices to help her succeed.
