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Christian Nørgaard signs two-year deal with Everton, inherits legend's number

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:07 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Christian Nørgaard signs two-year deal with Everton, inherits legend's number
Summary

Christian Nørgaard has signed a two-year contract with Everton after joining from Arsenal. The Danish midfielder, previously with Brentford, brings vital experience to Everton's defensive midfield. Nørgaard will wear the iconic number 23, formerly held by club legend Seamus Coleman, who departed this summer. In his first comments as a Toffee, Nørgaard expressed pride in taking on the number and acknowledged the legacy of Coleman.

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  • •Everton announced Nørgaard's signing on August 6, 2026.
  • •Nørgaard joins Everton after winning a Premier League title with Arsenal.
  • •He succeeds Seamus Coleman in wearing the number 23 jersey.
  • •Nørgaard previously spent six seasons with Brentford.
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  • 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Christian Nørgaard honoured to take Everton legend shirt number
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The Danish international midfielder has joined the Blues on a two-year deal

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