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Norgaard featured in 34 of Brentford's 38 Premier League games last season Arsenal are interested in Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard amid uncertainty over Thomas Partey's future. Sources have indicated that the Gunners are exploring a deal worth an initial £10m, with a possible £5m in performance related add-ons for the 31-year-old Danish international. Norgaard, who has not been a long-term target for the Gunners, is now on the club's radar as they seek experience in midfield with 32-year-old Partey having so far failed to agree terms over extending his contract. Ghana midfielder Partey's contract expires next week and if a deal cannot be reached he will leave the club. Norgaard, whose contract with Brentford expires in 2027, moved to the club in 2019 and became a key player for them under former manager Thomas Frank, who has now taken over at Tottenham. Arsenal are also set to complete the signing of Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga this week by paying his £5m release clause and are close to finalising the £51m signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. Matthew Hobbs, BBC Sport The 31-year-old has just completed his sixth successive season at the Gtech Community Stadium, including all four of the Bees' Premier League campaigns. Since his top-flight debut in 2021, Norgaard has made 201 interceptions – the most of any Premier League player during this period – while he also ranks second overall for recoveries (844) and third for tackles won (189). Not necessarily renowned for goalscoring, six goals in all competitions in 2024-25 was also the best return of his entire 14-year professional career. Latest Arsenal news, analysis and fan views Get Arsenal news sent straight to your phone The chase is on - why no team can feel safe against Stokes' England I don't miss managing England - Southgate Transfer news: Updates plus Kerkez and Mbeumo latest The all-star cast of The Celebrity Traitors revealed The behind-the-scenes story of the new F1 movie A compelling study of Britain's decline A relative of one of Stakeknife's victims speaks out The Commonwealth Games swimmer who might not see 40 The chase is on - why no team can feel safe against Stokes' England Will 'sport's best dressed officials' be missed at Wimbledon? England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test Video England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test 'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars. Video'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week Who is the most iconic British & Irish Lion of all time? Which drivers are in danger of losing their seat for 2026? How Draper became a genuine Wimbledon contender Fleetwood's stumble gives US Bradley-sized Ryder Cup headache Which young players could light up Euro 2025? What do you remember about the 2013 Lions tour? Have the Club World Cup's innovations been good or bad? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.