Tzolis joined Brugge in 2024 Timothy Rogers/Getty ImagesJuly 16, 2026 9:23 am EDT Updated Arsenal have reached a €40million agreement with Club Brugge for the signing of winger Christos Tzolis.The north London club are in the process of finalising a move for 24-year-old.The Athletic reported on June 12 that the Premier League club were exploring a deal for the Tzolis, with sources saying that they believed a deal could be possible for around €40m.Arsenal have been looking to strengthen their attack this summer, with the pursuit of Tzolis separate from any interest in signing Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa or a move for any other target.
The departure of versatile forward Leandro Trossard to Besiktas in a €20m (£17.1m, $22.9m) deal was confirmed this week.Arsenal made an enquiry to Juventus over Turkey international Kenan Yildiz and were informed that Yildiz was not for sale, leading them to look other options as a result.Crystal Palace made an approach for Tzolis last summer, with Brugge rejecting a bid from the south London club. The Greece international signed a new contract until 2029 shortly after.A move to Arsenal would mark a return to England for Tzolis, having spent three seasons at Norwich City. He made 30 appearances in all competitions for the club, including 14 in the Premier League, and had loan spells at Dutch side Twente and German team Dusseldorf before joining Brugge in 2024.Tzolis recorded 22 goals and 29 assists in 52 appearances in all competitions last season for Brugge, who won the Belgian Pro League title for the 20th time.He has has been capped 34 times at international level, scoring nine goals.Jul 16, 2026Connections: Sports EditionSpot the pattern. Connect the termsFind the hidden link between sports terms
