Christian Nørgaard has joined fellow Premier League side Arsenal on a permanent deal. The 31-year-old midfielder departs Brentford following six seasons in west London, the last two of them as

Pros of Signing Christian Nørgaard Threat from set-pieces Standing at 6ft 1in, Nørgaard doesn’t boast the most imposing frame, but he makes up for it with intelligent movement and timing.

Martin Zubimendi completed his transfer to get wheels turning, and now, Mikel Arteta has his second midfield signing of the summer. After Jorginho’s exit, depth was needed in the role, with Arsenal’s desire to sign Norgaard motivated by departures.