Arsenal has officially signed winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge on a five-year contract, marking a significant transfer worth £34m—a record for the Belgian Pro League.

The 24-year-old, previously with Norwich City, showcased impressive performance last season, netting 17 goals and providing 23 assists in 36 league appearances.

Leandro Trossard recently left Arsenal for Besiktas in a £17m deal, prompting the club to seek Tzolis as his direct replacement. While Arsenal initially targeted Morgan Rogers, who moved to Chelsea for a British-record £117m, they ultimately secured Tzolis to fill the void.

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz highlights Tzolis' versatility, noting he can operate as both a winger and a No. 10, similar to Trossard. Hayk Milkon, Tzolis' former assistant manager at Club Brugge, emphasized his strengths, stating:

• Tzolis thrives when he starts wide and moves centrally.
• He excels in one-on-one situations and is most effective near the goal.

Both players share a commendable injury record; Trossard missed only four matches in over three years, while Tzolis' longest absence at Club Brugge was just two matches. Milkon praised Tzolis for his relentless work ethic, consistently performing at high intensity, even during Champions League fixtures.

The comparison extends to their competitive nature, as both players exhibit a strong desire to win, though Tzolis is noted to need improvement in emotional stability—a trait Milkon acknowledges.

Arsenal's upcoming fixtures include:

• August 21: Coventry (H)
• August 31: Aston Villa (A)
• September 6: Chelsea (H)
• September 12: Sunderland (A)