Arsenal remain in the hunt for a new central midfielder, despite Martin Zubimendi's impending arrival from Real Sociedad. The Spaniard has, seemingly, been signed as the replacement for Jorginho, but it now looks as though another will be needed for Thomas Partey.
In just under one week, the 32-year-old's contract will expire and with extension talks not advancing, he is set to become a free agent on July 1. As such, potential signings for the Gunners' engine room are being explored - with Brentford's Christian Norgaard seemingly top of that list.
Having appointed Thomas Frank as their new head coach, while also being on the hunt for a new defensive midfielder, Tottenham have also been linked with a move for the Denmark international. Mikel Arteta has previously spoken about Norgaard and, while it was far from words of praise, context is quite important in that situation.
With all of that being said, football.london has taken a look at the latest rumours and updates surrounding Norgaard and a potential switch across London;
Arsenal offer made
David Ornstein of The Athletic has revealed Arsenal have submitted an offer in the region of £9.4million (€11m) for Norgaard. The Gunners are now waiting for a response from Brentford - but it looks as though they have one from Norgaard himself with the 31-year-old thought to be "keen" on moving to the Emirates Stadium.
Arteta stance and long-term interest
football.london understands that he has been tracked by Arsenal for at least two years with Arteta wanting an experienced addition when it comes to replacing Partey
The Gunners boss has discussed Norgaard before, but that came after he was left furious on the touchline by his foul on Gabriel Martinelli during the 1-1 draw between Arsenal and Brentford.
Asked about the incident during his post-game press conference, he simply said: "[Claps] I think my reaction tells everything."
Tottenham move
Norgaard is the latest midfielder being linked with a move to Tottenham as the club push for reinforcements in that position.
football.london's Tottenham Hotspur correspondent - Alasdair Gold - held a Q&A recently where he was asked about Spurs' plans to sign a new No.6 and it was suggested Norgaard could be a player of interest.
He said: "The problem with that role in particular is the arrival of Thomas Frank brings a reset of sorts in that the number six has to be someone who fits his system compared to Ange Postecoglou's.
"Spurs were already looking for a number six but some on the list may well have changed in recent days as Frank and Johan Lange decide in their key recruitment chats that would have taken place at Hotspur Way last week, as well as subsequent and previous conversations about the best fitting names for his system that are gettable.
"It's a shame [for Frank anyway] that Norgaard signed a new deal towards the end of last season, because I would not have been shocked if Spurs had made a move for him as he was one of the more underrated midfielders in the Premier League last season."
Brentford valuation
Arsenal are some way off Brentford's reported valuation for Norgaard with The Evening Standard claiming they want £45million to sell their club captain.
Despite his age, it is no surprise such a fee is being demanded - especially as he only recently signed a new deal. Losing their manager, best player and captain in the span of a few months would also be quite the blow which is likely why they want those additional funds.