ARSENAL have completed the signing of Leandro Trossard from Brighton, the London club confirmed today.
The deal is believed to have cost around £27 million in guaranteed transfer fee and add-ons.
“Belgium international Leandro Trossard has joined us from Brighton & Hove Albion on a long-term contract,” the club announced today.
“The 28-year-old winger was a member of the Belgium squad at the recent World Cup 2022 in Qatar and has made 24 appearances for his country.
“Leandro started his career in the youth academy at Genk in 2010, before quickly developing into the first-team squad. During his time with Genk, where he made 120 appearances, Leandro enjoyed successful loan spells with Lommel United, Westerlo and OH Leuven in the early development stages of his career.”
Trossard, who joined Brighton in June 2019, has scored seven goals from his 16 Premier League appearances this season, including a hat-trick against Liverpool at Anfield in October.
Arsenal Sporting Director Edu said: “We’re delighted to have completed the signing of Leandro Trossard. We have a clear plan and strategy for our direction, and it’s been a great team effort in bringing Leandro to the club.
“Leandro is a player who will give us a high level of quality going forward. I know Mikel and our coaches are excited to start working with him. Welcome Leandro!”
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta added: “It is good work from everyone at the club to complete the signing of Leandro. He is a versatile player with high technical ability, intelligence and a great deal of experience in the Premier League and at international level.
“Leandro strengthens our squad as we head into the second part of the season and we’re all looking forward to working with him. We welcome Leandro and his family to Arsenal Football Club.”
Arsenal said all documents have been submitted and are hoping Trossard will be eligible for selection for the Premier League clash against Manchester United on Sunday.
He will wear the number 19 shirt.
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