Everton completed the signing of Christian Nørgaard from Arsenal for an undisclosed fee in August 2026.

The defensive midfielder, who boasts a wealth of leadership and playing experience – including more than 40 caps for Denmark and a Premier League winners' medal with the Gunners – signed a two-year contract with the Blues until the end of June 2028.

Copenhagen-born Nørgaard began his playing career at the age of 17 with Lyngby and, following a brief spell in Germany with Hamburger SV, returned to Denmark in August 2013 to join Brøndby, where he captained the side and won numerous titles.

After five years with the Danish giants, a move to Italy with Fiorentina followed ahead of a switch to Brentford the following summer.

During six seasons with the Bees, Nørgaard became a firm favourite on and off the pitch, playing a pivotal role in one of the most successful periods in the west London club's history. He went on to become club captain and left in July 2025, having made 196 appearances in all competitions, including 122 in the Premier League, scoring 13 goals and registering 18 assists.

He enjoyed a historic season with Arsenal in 2025/26, contributing towards the side that delivered the Gunners' first league title for 22 years, while also finishing runners-up in the Champions League and Carabao Cup.

Contracted until: June 2028