Arsenal has reached an agreement with Brentford to sign midfielder Christian Norgaard for a fee of £10 million, with potential add-ons that could bring the total to £15 million. The 31-year-old Danish international is keen on a move to the Emirates Stadium, and negotiations over personal terms are expected to proceed smoothly.

The Gunners' interest in Norgaard comes amid uncertainty surrounding Thomas Partey’s future at the club, as the Ghanaian midfielder's contract is set to expire next week. With no agreement in place for a new deal, Arsenal is taking proactive steps to bolster their midfield options by securing Norgaard, who has been a key player for Brentford since joining from Fiorentina in 2019.

Norgaard's potential departure marks the end of a significant chapter at Brentford, where he played a vital role in their promotion to the Premier League and contributed to their solid performances in recent seasons. His experience and leadership as the Bees' captain will be missed, especially following the recent exit of head coach Thomas Frank, who has taken the reins at Tottenham.

As Arsenal looks to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season, they are also nearing a £51 million deal for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi and are finalizing the signing of Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for £5 million. With these moves, Arsenal aims to improve their competitiveness in the Premier League and make a push for success next season.

As the transfer window progresses, Norgaard's arrival would add depth and quality to Arsenal's midfield, providing Mikel Arteta with more options as they prepare for the challenges ahead.