The world of women’s football might soon witness a historic move as Arsenal eye Canadian forward Cloé Lacasse.

FRISCO, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 22: Honoka Hayashi #16 of Japan kicks the ball in front of Cloé Lacasse #20 of Canada during the second half of a 2023 SheBelieves Cup match at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
FRISCO, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 22: Honoka Hayashi #16 of Japan kicks the ball in front of Cloé Lacasse #20 of Canada during the second half of a 2023 SheBelieves Cup match at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

If this deal materialises, it could be a record-breaking transfer in Portuguese women’s football.

  • Benfica’s Cloé Lacasse could be heading to Arsenal, potentially marking a groundbreaking transfer in Portuguese women’s football.
  • Arsenal has presented a concrete proposal for the Canadian forward, despite her current contract with Benfica.
  • Meanwhile, Ana Vitória is confirmed to be joining PSG after parting ways with Benfica.

In what could be a landmark transfer in Portuguese women’s football, Canadian forward Cloé Lacasse is on Arsenal’s radar.

The move, if it materialises, is expected to have significant implications for women’s football.

Cloé Lacasse and the Arsenal connection

Benfica's Cloé Lacasse (L) vies for the ball Rosengard's Jessica Wik during the UEFA Women's Champions League group D football match between FC Rosengard and SL Ben-fica in Malmo, Sweden, on December 7, 2022. - Sweden OUT (Photo by ANDREAS HILLERGREN/TT News Agency/AFP via Getty Images)
Benfica’s Cloé Lacasse (L) vies for the ball Rosengard’s Jessica Wik during the UEFA Women’s Champions League group D football match between FC Rosengard and SL Ben-fica in Malmo, Sweden, on December 7, 2022. – Sweden OUT (Photo by ANDREAS HILLERGREN/TT News Agency/AFP via Getty Images)

Despite being under contract with Benfica, Cloé Lacasse has piqued the interest of top-tier English clubs.

Notably, Arsenal have emerged as a serious contender and have advanced a concrete proposal for the Canadian forward.

If Lacasse accepts the offer, her move to the London-based club would represent a historic moment for women’s football in Portugal, becoming the biggest transfer deal in its history.

Impact on Benfica and Women’s Football

FRISCO, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 22: Cloé Lacasse #20 of Canada shoots the ball past Shiori Miyake #5 of Japan during the first half of a 2023 SheBelieves Cup match at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
FRISCO, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 22: Cloé Lacasse #20 of Canada shoots the ball past Shiori Miyake #5 of Japan during the first half of a 2023 SheBelieves Cup match at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

Lacasse’s potential departure would undoubtedly leave a significant gap in Benfica’s attack given her 70 goals in 74 games.

However, the move would also underscore the rising stature of women’s football, with players like Lacasse commanding attention from some of the world’s most prestigious clubs.

Such high-profile transfers, once a rarity in women’s football, could soon become more commonplace, marking a new era for the sport.

Ana Vitória’s confirmed move to PSG

In related news, Ana Vitória, another Benfica player, is set to join PSG after her contract with the Portuguese club came to an end.