Arsenal have had a world-record bid accepted by Liverpool for forward Olivia Smith, which is set to make her the first £1m transfer in women’s football. As first reported by the Guardian, the Gunners have beat competition from several clubs - including Women’s Super League champions Chelsea - to sign the 20-year-old Canada international.

Arsenal are set to make Olivia Smith the first £1 million footballer in the women's game. The Guardian reports that the Gunners are ready to pay the fee

The deal for Smith would see her become the most expensive signing in women's football Arsenal have had a world record bid in excess of £1m accepted by Women's Super League rivals Liverpool for forward Olivia Smith.