Africa-Press – Lesotho. In an effort to bolster their midfield after close-season departures, the North London club announced on Thursday that they had acquired Christian Norgaard from Brentford.
Although the exact amount was not made public, British media outlets reported that Arsenal had paid 10 million pounds ($13.60 million) to sign the 31-year-old Denmark international on a two-year contract with a three-year option.
“He is an international player with a wealth of experience of the Premier League.
“He has proven leadership skills and a strong character which will be invaluable to our squad,” Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said in a statement.
“He is a strong midfielder with excellent tactical awareness and versatility.
” He also has physical presence and intelligence which will give us added depth and balance.
” Christian will bring a lot to the group both on and off the pitch.”
After signing defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea over the offseason, Norgaard is Arsenal’s third addition.
Jorginho and Thomas Partey were essentially replaced by Arsenal when their contracts expired at the end of June.
In addition to being the team’s captain for the last two seasons, Norgaard spent six years with Brentford and assisted in their 2021 promotion to the Premier League.
Norgaard has made 122 Premier League appearances in four seasons and is a dependable central midfielder for Brentford.
He stated that the chance to play in the Champions League was too good to pass up, and he will be a welcome addition to Arsenal as they compete on many fronts.
“Now, I get to hear the anthem and be a part of a Champions League campaign.
“It’s a childhood dream and something I didn’t think would be possible.
“So it’s something I’m really, really happy about,” he said.
Since making his Premier League debut in 2021, the Dane has made more interceptions than any other player.
On August 17, Arsenal will play Manchester United at Old Trafford to kick off their Premier League campaign.
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