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

The Danish international joins Mikel Arteta’s ranks to provide some much-needed competition and experience in midfield following summer departures. Norgaard will wear number 16 at Arsenal, following in the footsteps of Aaron Ramsey but the new signing has named a fan favourite as his all time favourite player at the club.

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.