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Arsenal target Igor Tyjon posts farewell to Blackburn Rovers

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Arsenal target Igor Tyjon posts farewell to Blackburn Rovers

Summary

Igor Tyjon, a transfer target for Arsenal, shared and then deleted a farewell message on Instagram directed at Blackburn Rovers. The message hinted at difficulties experienced in recent months while expressing gratitude towards teammates and club staff. Arsenal is reportedly finalizing the transfer, having agreed on a fee of £1 million along with bonuses and a sell-on clause. Tyjon has undergone a medical with Arsenal and is expected to join the club shortly. He played for Blackburn’s youth team last season, scoring seven goals in 21 appearances and also made brief appearances with the senior team.

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By the Numbers

•Tyjon shared a farewell message on Instagram before deleting it.
•The transfer fee for Tyjon is reported at £1 million plus bonuses.
•Arsenal has completed the medical for Tyjon ahead of the transfer.
•Tyjon scored seven goals for Blackburn's youth team last season.
•Blackburn extended Tyjon's scholarship contract despite his desire to leave.

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8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal transfer target shares & deletes farewell message

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Arsenal transfer target Igor Tyjon has shared and deleted a farewell message to Blackburn Rovers, which included implied criticism of certain individuals at the club.Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Im...
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