Christian Norgaard transfers to Everton after one season with Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has praised Christian Norgaard’s contribution to Arsenal, despite the midfielder only spending a year with the Gunners in the end.Photo via EvertonFC.comChristian Norgaard’s transfer ...

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has written "a message of love and admiration" to Christian Norgaard, while also giving Everton fans a preview of what to expect from their new £7m signing. The 32-year-old midfielder might have only made seven appearances during Arsenal's title-winning campaign in 2025-26, but Arteta highlighted his work "behind the scenes". "I am very thankful for what he brought to the club and how he helped us to win," Arteta wrote in his parting message.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has written "a message of love and admiration" to departing midfielder Christian Norgaard, who has officially joined Everton on a two-year contract. The 32-year-old made 20 appearances and lifted the Premier League trophy during his 13-month stint at Emirates Stadium. Despite only being handed seven appearances during Arsenal's title-winning league campaign, Arteta called Norgaard a player with "unique quality".

Christian Norgaard has completed a permanent move from Arsenal to Everton after spending just one season at the Emirates, where he helped the Gunners win the Premier League title and reach the final o...