Vivienne Lia Transfers from Arsenal to Eintracht Frankfurt
Vivienne Lia has left Arsenal to join German side Eintracht Frankfurt on a permanent transfer, bringing an end to her five-year association with the club.
The 19-year-old winger joined Arsenal’s academy at the age of 14 in 2021 and progressed through the club’s youth system before making the step up to senior football. Lia made her first-team debut in February 2024, coming off the bench during Arsenal’s League Cup quarter-final victory over London City Lionesses. She went on to make two senior appearances for the Gunners.
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Lia’s journey at Arsenal
Lia joined Arsenal in 2021 and quickly established herself as an exciting prospect within the academy. During her time in the youth setup, she enjoyed success with the club’s younger age groups and continued to develop her game.
Her performances eventually earned her opportunities around the first-team squad, including training alongside Arsenal’s senior players and travelling with the team during their post-season trips. In January 2025, Lia signed her first professional contract with Arsenal, marking another important milestone in her development. However, with fierce competition for places in Arsenal’s first-team squad, the winger spent time away from the club on loan as she looked to gain valuable senior experience.
Gaining experience away from Arsenal
Lia’s first loan move came during the second half of the 2024/25 season, when she joined Southampton in the Women’s Super League 2. She made nine appearances across all competitions during her time on the south coast. The winger then moved to Nottingham Forest for the 2025/26 campaign, continuing to gain regular senior football away from North London. Lia made 12 appearances for Forest before returning to Arsenal in February 2026.
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She subsequently continued her development overseas with Swedish side Hammarby, gaining further experience in a different league and footballing environment. These loan spells gave Lia the opportunity to play regular first-team football and continue developing away from the pressures of competing for a place in Arsenal’s squad.
International experience
Lia has also represented England at youth level throughout her development. The winger has featured for the England Under-17 and Under-19 sides, including appearances at the UEFA Women’s Under-17 Championship in 2023 and the UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship in 2024. Her international experience has complemented her club career and highlighted her progression through the youth ranks.
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A new chapter in Germany
Now, Vivienne Lia leaves Arsenal permanently to begin a new chapter with Eintracht Frankfurt. The move brings an end to her time in North London after joining Arsenal as a 14-year-old and progressing through the academy to make her senior debut.
For Lia, the move to Germany provides another opportunity to continue developing her career and establish herself at senior level. After gaining experience with Southampton, Nottingham Forest and Hammarby, the 19-year-old will now look to make her mark with Eintracht Frankfurt. Her departure marks the latest step in the young winger’s career, with Lia now set to begin a fresh challenge away from Arsenal.
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Vivienne Lia has left Arsenal to join German side Eintracht Frankfurt on a permanent transfer, bringing an end to her five-year association with the club.
The 19-year-old winger joined Arsenal’s academy at the age of 14 in 2021 and progressed through the club’s youth system before making the step up to senior football. Lia made her first-team debut in February 2024, coming off the bench during Arsenal’s League Cup quarter-final victory over London City Lionesses. She went on to make two senior appearances for the Gunners.
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Lia’s journey at Arsenal
Lia joined Arsenal in 2021 and quickly established herself as an exciting prospect within the academy. During her time in the youth setup, she enjoyed success with the club’s younger age groups and continued to develop her game.
Her performances eventually earned her opportunities around the first-team squad, including training alongside Arsenal’s senior players and travelling with the team during their post-season trips. In January 2025, Lia signed her first professional contract with Arsenal, marking another important milestone in her development. However, with fierce competition for places in Arsenal’s first-team squad, the winger spent time away from the club on loan as she looked to gain valuable senior experience.
Gaining experience away from Arsenal
Lia’s first loan move came during the second half of the 2024/25 season, when she joined Southampton in the Women’s Super League 2. She made nine appearances across all competitions during her time on the south coast. The winger then moved to Nottingham Forest for the 2025/26 campaign, continuing to gain regular senior football away from North London.Lia made 12 appearances for Forest before returning to Arsenal in February 2026.
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She subsequently continued her development overseas with Swedish side Hammarby, gaining further experience in a different league and footballing environment. These loan spells gave Lia the opportunity to play regular first-team football and continue developing away from the pressures of competing for a place in Arsenal’s squad.
International experience
Lia has also represented England at youth level throughout her development. The winger has featured for the England Under-17 and Under-19 sides, including appearances at the UEFA Women’s Under-17 Championship in 2023 and the UEFA Women’s Under-19 Championship in 2024. Her international experience has complemented her club career and highlighted her progression through the youth ranks.
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A new chapter in Germany
Now, Vivienne Lia leaves Arsenal permanently to begin a new chapter with Eintracht Frankfurt. The move brings an end to her time in North London after joining Arsenal as a 14-year-old and progressing through the academy to make her senior debut.
For Lia, the move to Germany provides another opportunity to continue developing her career and establish herself at senior level. After gaining experience with Southampton, Nottingham Forest and Hammarby, the 19-year-old will now look to make her mark with Eintracht Frankfurt. Her departure marks the latest step in the young winger’s career, with Lia now set to begin a fresh challenge away from Arsenal.
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SWPL: Aberdeen sign West Ham duo Katie O’Hanlon and Selin Cemal on loan
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WSL: What Rylee Foster-Inman’s historic Everton transfer from Halifax Tides means for the NSL
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