It has been a busy day of transfer news so far.

If you are just joining us, here are the top lines from today's page:

• Arsenal sign midfielder Christian Norgaard
• Norgaard says playing in the Champions League is a 'dream come true'
• Ajax agree to terminate Henderson's contract
• Read up on Henderson's turbulent relationship with Ajax fans and Dutch media
• Could Henderson be heading back to Sunderland?
• Analysis from Mohammed Kudus' former coach Edu Rubio on his move to Spurs
• Arsenal have made formal contact with Chelsea over signing winger Noni Maduek

More transfer chat and analysis to come....

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Edu Rubio
Former West Ham, Crystal Palace and Wolves first-team coach

Christian Norgaard is a modern defensive-anchor player. He can break up play, intercept, tackle, block and win aerial duels. He can let Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice do their thing while he protects their backs.

He can also recycle the ball and play forwards effectively. In a league where there are so many transitions, a player who senses danger and has a great ability to regain the ball can be a must-have in your team.

His physicality, and the fact it has been tested in the Premier League, also makes him a very sensible signing. He can be a great addition to Arsenal.

Norgaard will fit perfectly with Zubimendi. They can even play together if Arteta opts for two holding players and one 10, instead of one anchor and two number eights.

Zubimendi is more of a passer and creator. Norgaard is more a break-up-play midfielder who can regain possession, secure possession and stop the opposition from easily breaking into the final third.

Arteta is making sure he will have enough strength in the midfield area to compete in all four competitions.

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Mike, Kettering: It’s refreshing to see a director of football [Phil Giles] be so open about outgoings from Brentford, he’s shown real class in his send-off message to Norgaard.

Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has managed to cut his transfer shopping list down a fair bit in the past two weeks, but there are several deals reportedly still to be completed at the Emirates before the end of the summer window.

Let's take a look at the developments - it's been a busy couple of weeks for the Gunners.

• 1 July: Arsenal secure goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea
• 6 July: Martin Zubimendi signs from Real Sociedad
• 7 July: Director Andrea Berta holds face-to-face transfer talks with Sporting over their Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres
• 9 July: Arsenal make formal approach for Chelsea's Noni Madueke
• 10 July: Christian Norgaard switches Gtech Community Stadium for the Emirates
• Ongoing: Arsenal considering moves for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo and Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze

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Matthew Hobbs
BBC Sport

Christian Norgaard was linked with a reunion with former manager Thomas Frank at Tottenham this summer and his record shows why he is highly regarded by the top teams.

He has just completed his sixth successive season at Brentford, including all four of their 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 - and he ranks second for recoveries (844) and third for tackles won (189).

He is not renowned for goalscoring, but six goals in all competitions in 2024-25 was the best return of his career.

Norgaard is a traditional number six who screened for danger in front of Brentford's defence, breaking up opposition attacks.

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Christian Norgaard joined Brentford from Fiorentina in 2019 and became a key player, captaining his side and making 196 appearances.

He helped the Bees win promotion from the Championship in 2021, before making 122 Premier League appearances.

The 31-year-old made his international debut for Denmark in 2020 and has gone on to earn 35 caps, scoring his only goal in a World Cup qualifier against Moldova four years ago.

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Brentford's director of football Phil Giles has praised "fantastic" club captain Christian Norgaard, adding that the defensive midfielder will "always be welcomed back in the future".

During a six-year spell with the Bees, Norgaard made 196 appearances in all competitions and scored 13 goals along the way, six of which came during the 2024-25 campaign.

"On behalf of everyone at Brentford, I would like to thank Christian for everything he's done for the club over the last six years," Giles told the club website.

“He has been a key player for us, played a big part in helping us retain our Premier League status for the last four years, and has been a fantastic captain over the last couple of seasons.

“He has really earned the opportunity at one of England's biggest clubs through his performances and his personality. We wish him well and he will always be welcomed back at Brentford in future."

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Mikel Arteta believes Denmark midfielder Christian Norgaard will bring "a wealth of experience" to his squad next season, as the Spaniard targets a first Premier League title as Arsenal manager.

Norgaard was today unveiled as the Gunners' third summer signing - following goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and midfielder Martin Zubimendi - after completing a £10m move from Brentford that could rise to £15m with add-ons.

"We are delighted to welcome Christian to Arsenal," Arteta told the club website. "He is an international player with a wealth of experience of the Premier League. He has proven leadership skills and a strong character which will be invaluable to our squad.

"He is a strong midfielder with excellent tactical awareness and versatility. He also has physical presence and intelligence which will give us added depth and balance.

"Christian will bring a lot to the group both on and off the pitch, and we are excited to start working with him in this next chapter of his career. We welcome Christian and his family to Arsenal."

Norgaard takes the number 16 shirt, last worn by defender Rob Holding, and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey before him.

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“You can get almost emotional because maybe it was a dream that I've given a little bit up on coming towards the later stage in my career," Christian Norgaard told the Arsenal website after sealing a £10m move to the north London club.

“I've just turned 31 and had signed a new deal with Brentford.

"Of course, there's always a little chance that a miracle could happen with Brentford, but it was probably unrealistic to play Champions League with them.

“Now, I get to hear the anthem and be a part of a Champions League campaign. It's a childhood dream and something I didn't think would be possible. So it's something I'm really, really happy about.”

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Arsenal

Christian Norgaard has told the Arsenal website that getting the chance to play in the Champions League was a "childhood dream" come true and one the 31-year-old Denmark international had almost given up on.

More to follow.

Arsenal have completed the signing of Brentford captain and Denmark international Christian Norgaard in a £10m plus £5m add-ons deal.

The defensive midfielder has signed a two-year contract with the option of an additional year, becoming Mikel Arteta's third signing of the summer transfer window.

The 31-year-old follows goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and fellow defensive midfielder Martin Zubimendi through the Emirates' doors.

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It's official: "Christian Norgaard is a Gunner."

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Noel Sliney
BBC Sport

Mohammed Kudus only scored five goals in the most recent campaign, down from 14 across all competitions in his debut season for West Ham.

For the second season running, Kudus attempted the most dribbles in the Premier League but his success rate dropped by 10% in 2024-25.

The Ghanaian’s ability is not in question though and suitors will point to his 2023-24 numbers and a brilliant run and finish against Freiburg that season either side of spectacular acrobatic goals against Brentford and Manchester City.

Edu Rubio has highlighted how Mohammed Kudus maybe needs to add more interplay to his game, but he certainly remains one of the best ball carriers in the Premier League.

Last season's stats show that he attempted the most dribbles, completing 47% of the 195 he attempted.

Edu Rubio
Former West Ham first-team coach

Mohammed Kudus may need to improve his variation on decision making when on the ball, especially when playing centrally as he tends to get more exposed there and lose more possession easily.

He needs to understand that a pass and go (a one-two) can be more effective than trying to beat your man by one-on-one in those central areas.

Having said that, overall he can add goals, work-rate off the ball, uniqueness and pure desire and character into the squad.

He is a very exciting player.

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Craig Nelson
BBC Sport reporter

Edu Rudio had close contact with Mohammed Kudus during his time coaching at West Ham, where he was assistant manager under previous head coach Julen Lopetegui.

Here are his thoughts on whether Kudus' best position is on the right or through the middle...