Arsenal could make shock move for Premier League star to replace Thomas Partey

Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard could attract the interest of Arsenal this transfer window. The 31-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Bees, having signed a new deal earlier this year.

But he is among the midfield targets the Gunners could consider moving for this summer as they seek to bolster the middle of the park.

Arsenal are poised to complete the signing of Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad but could lose Thomas Partey, whose deal runs out this month and is yet to sign a contract extension with the club. The Ghanaian played 52 times in all competitions under Mikel Arteta last season and his departure would mean Arteta’s side would be in increased need of cover in the holding midfield position.

It follows the departure of Italy international Jorginho, who has also exited the club this summer. He joined Brazilian side Flamengo after two-and-a-half years with Arsenal, and helped inspire them to victory over Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup on Friday night.

Norgaard signed for Brentford in 2019 and was part of the team which won promotion to the Premier League via the play-offs in 2021.

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The Bees captain has been integral to the club securing five straight seasons of Premier League football. He played 34 times in the Premier League under former head coach Thomas Frank last season, who has since departed for Tottenham Hotspur to replace Ange Postecoglou.

Norgaard has also been a regular for the Danish national team in recent seasons. Brentford would demand a sizeable fee for their skipper, however, with other key players including Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa also attracting interest from elsewhere.

But given his age, if Arsenal made a move and Norgaard was interested in a final big move as his career advances towards its finale, then the Bees may allow him to exit for a cut-price fee.

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