Christian Norgaard (Brentford > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Brentford captain Christian Norgaard for a total package of £15 million. He has signed a two-year deal with the option of a third.
Arsenal will pay £10m up front and £5m in add-ons. Norgaard becomes Arteta’s third summer signing, adding experience and defensive steel to the midfield alongside new recruits Zubimendi and Kepa.
Christian Norgaard (Brentford)
June 2025
Arsenal have agreed to sign Brentford captain Christian Norgaard for £10 million plus £5 million in add-ons. The 31-year-old midfielder is expected to finalize his move in the coming days pending contract completion.
Talks progressed quickly between both clubs, with Brentford ready to cash in on their captain. Arsenal identified Norgaard as a veteran option to support midfield rotation amid uncertainty over Thomas Partey’s future at the Emirates.
Christian Norgaard (Brentford)
June 2025
Arsenal are monitoring Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard as a potential replacement for Thomas Partey, who may depart this summer amid unresolved contract negotiations.
Norgaard, 31, has been a key figure for Brentford with nearly 200 appearances. While Arteta wants to keep Partey, no agreement has been reached yet, prompting Arsenal to line up experienced midfield alternatives.