Arsenal midfielder Christian Nørgaard has publicly reaffirmed his desire to finish his career at Brøndby, admitting that his move to the Emirates will not change those long-term plans. The Denmark international joined the Gunners from Brentford this summer but insists his “dream” is to return home once his contract in North London expires.
Nørgaard’s switch to Arsenal was considered one of the surprises of the summer window. The 31-year-old arrived at the Emirates on a deal running until 2027, with the option of a further year. He made his debut in the Champions League win over Athletic before playing the full 90 minutes in the EFL Cup victory against Port Vale.
Nørgaard: Arsenal won’t change my plans
Speaking to Danish outlet Bold, Nørgaard explained that his commitment to Arsenal in the short term won’t prevent him from eventually returning to Brøndby, where he previously played between 2013 and 2018.
“Whether it will be two or three years at Arsenal has not been decided, but we will return to Denmark when the contract expires. I can guarantee that Arsenal will be my last club abroad. I still want to return to Brøndby when my contract with Arsenal expires.” — Christian Nørgaard, Bold
The midfielder added that he is open to extending his stay at the Emirates if things develop positively: “My contract is for two years with an option for an additional year. And I would be happy to stay at Arsenal for the extra year if things develop in that direction. If it turns out that it wasn’t the right fit, then we’ll return to Denmark after two years.”
Injury setback and Denmark return
Nørgaard’s Arsenal career was briefly delayed by an injury in August that sidelined him for over a month. That spell also forced him to miss Denmark’s international fixtures in September. His recovery has since been rewarded with a recall to the national team by manager Brian Riemer, something Nørgaard described as hugely satisfying.
For Denmark, his experience and leadership add depth ahead of their upcoming fixtures, while for Arsenal, Mikel Arteta will be hoping the midfielder’s composure and versatility prove valuable across a demanding season.
Analyst verdict: a short-term Gunner, long-term Brøndby man
FootballPlace analyst John William believes Nørgaard’s honesty will be welcomed by both Arsenal and Brøndby fans:
“Nørgaard has been transparent about his career plan. Arsenal get a seasoned, reliable midfielder for the next two to three years, while Brøndby supporters can look forward to the return of one of their own. For Arsenal, there’s no downside — they know he is fully committed during his contract and won’t be distracted by outside noise.”
Key insights
- Christian Nørgaard joined Arsenal this summer from Brentford.
- He has confirmed he will end his career at Brøndby, calling it his “dream.”
- His current Arsenal deal runs until 2027, with an option for another year.
- Injury delayed his debut, but he has now featured in Europe and the EFL Cup.
- Denmark boss Brian Riemer has recalled him to the national squad this month.
What’s next for Nørgaard and Arsenal?
For now, Nørgaard’s focus will remain on establishing himself in Mikel Arteta’s midfield rotation. With the Gunners juggling the Premier League, Champions League and domestic cups, the Dane’s experience could be vital.
In the longer term, his Brøndby “dream” ensures he has a clear career roadmap. Arsenal fans can be reassured he is committed while in North London, while Danish supporters can already anticipate his eventual homecoming.
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