Why is Arsenal looking to sign Christian Norgaard at age 31 when he's not exactly a young player anymore? Is this a good move or just risky?

Updated June 26, 2025 • 1-min read

Posted by Anonymous

Jun 25, 2025

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Posted by Anonymous - Jun 25, 2025

Yeah, this is a big question I've been thinking about too. So, Arsenal wanting Christian Norgaard right now, especially since he's 31, surprised me at first. Everyone expects them to go for younger talent, right? But sometimes, teams need solid experience more than just speed or young legs.

I've seen how Norgaard has been like the backbone for Brentford's midfield. Just look at his stats: nearly 200 games and over a dozen goals, and he's known for being tough, smart with positioning, and just reading the game really well. Arsenal lost Jorginho and is basically losing Partey too, so they clearly need someone that can bring leadership and stability in midfield. Sometimes, those 21-year-olds just can't guide younger players in pressure games.

Honestly, it's a bit of a gamble, but I've found that teams usually get a reliable year or two from these types of experienced players. He's still got a contract until 2027 and Brentford isn’t keen to let him go, so there's probably something there. If the price is right, I think it could be a smart stopgap move while Arsenal sorts out their next generation midfielders. Just brings a sense of calm on the pitch, you know? Let's see if it works out!

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