Arsenal winger Christos Tzolis debuts with assist in 3‑0 friendly win
Arsenal completed a £34 million signing of Greek winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, a record transfer for both the player and the Belgian club. The 24‑year‑old made his unofficial debut in a behind‑closed‑doors pre‑season friendly against MK Dons, providing an early assist for Reiss Nelson’s opening goal as the Gunners won 3‑0.
Technical director of the PAOK academy, Vasilis Mittas, praised Tzolis as a perfect fit for Arsenal’s style, noting his pace, goal‑scoring instinct and room for further development. The club’s pre‑season schedule now includes matches against Girona, Real Betis, Borussia Dortmund and Como.
The transfer, valued at €40 million, is the most expensive Greek player move ever and the largest deal in Club Brugge’s history. Arsenal still seek additional left‑wing options, with the new signing expected to compete for a starting role.
Entities: Arsenal Football Club · Christos Tzolis · Club Brugge · MK Dons · Vasilis Mittas
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Arsenal’s pre‑season schedule includes friendlies against Girona, Real Betis, Borussia Dortmund and Como. (Club release)
- [● 2 SOURCES] The transfer fee of €40 million makes Christos Tzolis the most expensive Greek player ever and the biggest deal in Club Brugge’s history. (Club statements and media reports)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Christos Tzolis made his unofficial debut for Arsenal, providing an assist in a 3‑0 pre‑season friendly against MK Dons. (Match reports)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Vasilis Mittas of PAOK academy called Christos Tzolis a perfect fit for Arsenal, praising his pace and goal‑scoring instinct. (Interview quoted in The Sun)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Arsenal signed Greek winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34 million. (Arsenal announced the transfer)