"Ajax have launched a major winter operation to add leadership, experience, and defensive steel to their midfield, and at the top of their shortlist sits Arsenal's Christian Norgaard. The Amsterdam giants, determined to strengthen their squad for a fierce title push in the Eredivisie, have already opened negotiations with Arsenal for the 31-year-old Danish international, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside."
"Christian Norgaard has struggled for playing time Arsenal's growing midfield depth has limited opportunities for the Denmark international, prompting him to consider a new challenge where he can secure regular playing time. With 39 international caps and years of experience in both the Premier League and Bundesliga, Norgaard is exactly the type of authoritative, disciplined midfielder Ajax want to anchor their midfield."
"However, Ajax are facing intense competition. Bundesliga clubs Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia Dortmund are monitoring the situation closely, with Frankfurt particularly interested in a loan deal that would add physicality and leadership to their midfield. Meanwhile, Serie A sides AS Roma and Lazio have also expressed strong interest. With Norgaard's profile suiting multiple tactical systems, his availability has sparked significant demand across Europe. Arsenal are expected to seek a transfer fee in the region of 15-17 million, a figure"
Ajax have launched a major winter operation to add leadership, experience and defensive steel to their midfield and have opened negotiations with Arsenal for 31-year-old Christian Norgaard. Norgaard is contracted to Arsenal until June 2027 but has made just three Premier League appearances this season under Mikel Arteta. Arsenal's growing midfield depth has limited his opportunities, prompting him to consider a move to secure regular playing time. Norgaard has 39 international caps and years of Premier League and Bundesliga experience. Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia Dortmund are monitoring the situation, with Frankfurt keen on a loan. AS Roma and Lazio have also expressed interest. Arsenal are expected to seek a transfer fee in the region of 15–17 million.
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