Arsenal are on the verge of completing one of the most intriguing transfers of the summer, with Greek winger Christos Tzolis set to arrive from Club Brugge in a deal worth up to £34 million (€40 million). While the move is not yet officially announced, multiple reliable reports indicate that the clubs have reached a verbal agreement, with only the medical and final paperwork remaining before the transfer is completed.
The 24-year-old is expected to sign a long-term contract, becoming Mikel Arteta’s direct replacement for Leandro Trossard, who recently departed Arsenal for Beşiktaş
Why Arsenal Wanted Tzolis
Few players in Europe enjoyed a breakout campaign quite like Christos Tzolis.
Last season, the Greek international produced astonishing numbers, registering 22 goals and 29 assists across all competitions as Club Brugge captured the Belgian league title. His performances earned him recognition as one of Belgium’s standout attacking players.
Unlike a traditional winger who hugs the touchline, Tzolis constantly attacks the penalty area. He thrives when cutting inside from the left, creates chances for teammates, presses aggressively without possession and possesses an eye for goal that Arsenal have occasionally lacked from wide positions.
Arteta values players capable of operating across multiple attacking roles, and Tzolis fits that profile perfectly.
Tzolis is unlikely to be Arsenal’s final signing this summer.
The club continue monitoring several high-profile attacking options, but securing the Greek international early allows Arteta to strengthen his squad before pre-season reaches full intensity.
For Tzolis, the move represents unfinished business in England.
His first Premier League chapter ended in disappointment.
His second could become the story that defines his career.
