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Arsenal's Christos Tzolis aims to emulate David Villa's style

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Arsenal's Christos Tzolis aims to emulate David Villa's style

Summary

Arsenal winger Christos Tzolis stated he seeks to model his game after David Villa, the former Barcelona forward, following his recent signing from Club Brugge for £34m. Tzolis, who recorded 52 goals and assists last season, hopes to replicate that success in the Premier League, recently scoring his first goal for Arsenal in a pre-season match against Girona. He highlighted the similarities in their playing styles, noting that both prefer to attack from a left-sided position. Tzolis has also impressed during summer fitness tests at Arsenal.

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•Tzolis joined Arsenal for £34m from Club Brugge this summer.
•He scored his first goal for Arsenal in a pre-season win over Girona.
•Tzolis recorded 52 goals and assists last season with Club Brugge.
•He cites David Villa as a key influence on his playing style.
•The winger has led Arsenal's fitness tests this summer.

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Arsenal winger Christos Tzolis has said he has tried to mould his game around former Barcelona forward David Villa.Tzolis is a new signing in North London after arriving from Club Brugge for a £34m f...
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