Who's Next Million-Dollar Women's Transfer Star?

After two historic women's football transfers exceeding £1million this summer, fans wonder who will be next. Olivia Smith's £1million move from Liverpool to Arsenal in July set a record, followed by Lizbeth Ovalle's $1.5m transfer from Tigres to Orlando Pride. Naomi Girma's $1.1m move to Chelsea earlier in the year marked the third time the women's transfer record was broken in 2025.

Dr. Christina Philippou, a sport finance associate professor at the University of Portsmouth, explains that while not all teams can afford such high fees, million-pound signings are expected to become more common in women's football.

The Athletic has identified five players who could potentially join the seven-figure club. One of them is Thompson, who made a remarkable transition from high school to becoming the first overall draft pick in the NWSL and a member of the US women's national team.

Caicedo, a standout Colombian player, has attracted attention for her goal-scoring abilities and technical skills. She overcame ovarian cancer at a young age and has since excelled at Real Madrid, earning recognition in FIFPro's Women's World XI.

Riviere, a versatile full-back for United, is seen as a potential million-pound player due to her skills and young age. Gaupset, a midfielder from Norway, has impressed on the continental stage and could be a valuable asset for top clubs. Paralluelo, a talented winger from Barcelona, has shown promise despite facing challenges with injuries and competition for playing time.

These players represent the emerging talent in women's football, with the potential to command high transfer fees and make significant impacts at top clubs.