Official: Arsenal Sells Danish Midfielder to Everton

Everton have completed the signing of midfielder Christian Nørgaard from Arsenal, with the Danish international penning a two-year deal with the Toffees. While the transfer fee remains officially undisclosed, reports from the British media suggest a figure around £7 million.

The 32-year-old Danish international, who joined Arsenal last year from Brentford for £15 million, was entering the final year of his contract with the Gunners. His absence from the squad for the friendly against Real Betis was a clear indication of the impending transfer.

Last season, Nørgaard made 20 appearances for Arsenal across all competitions, though only seven of those were in the Premier League. Despite this, he was part of the squad that secured the North London club's first title in 22 years.

Nørgaard marks Everton's third new acquisition this summer. He follows Hayden Hackney, who arrived from Middlesbrough for £16.5 million, and Tyrique George, who joined from Chelsea for £18 million after spending the latter half of last season on loan at Goodison Park.

“I think the club is moving in the right direction, and last year was proof of that. I believe there are many good players in the squad, and it was very difficult to play against Everton,” Nørgaard stated.

Prior to his stint at Arsenal, the Dane spent six years at Brentford, where he became a pivotal figure for the Bees, captaining the side and making 196 appearances.