Arteta is delighted! Arsenal sign Brugge's leader for a hefty sum

The deal is now official!

Details: Today, on their X social media page, London club Arsenal officially announced the signing of Christos Tzolis from Belgian side Brugge.

The transfer fee amounted to 40 million euros, with the player himself inking a long-term contract running until June 2031.

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The 23-year-old Greek winger has become one of the Gunners' main signings in the current transfer window. Last season, Tzolis was one of Brugge's standout players, catching the eye of Europe's elite clubs with his goal-scoring prowess and blistering pace.

In the previous campaign, Tzolis played 52 matches for Brugge, netting 22 goals and providing 29 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is pegged at 40 million euros.

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