Christian Nørgaard
ARS
CM
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Mar 10, 1994 (32)
Right
6'2"
161 lb
ArsenalAvailable for UCL final
Norgaard (undisclosed) wasn't mentioned as an injury casualty ahead of Saturday's UCL final against PSG, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "Timber is fit, Noni [Madueke] as well. The only one [absentee] is Ben White."
Analysis: Norgaaard has been a depth option in Arsenal's midfield throughout the 2025/26 season, so even if he's fit, he's not expected to start. He shouldn't carry a ton of fantasy appeal in most formats as a holding midfielder who has tallied just 309 minutes across six appearances in UCL this season with zero goal contributions.
Forced off at halftime
Norgaard (undisclosed) lasted just 45 minutes on his first Premier League start of the season against Crystal Palace before being replaced at halftime, with the midfielder seen speaking to an Arsenal physio on his way off the pitch, raising some concern ahead of the Champions League final against PSG on May 30, according to Tashan Deniran-Alleyne of The Standard.
Analysis: Norgaard was forced off at halftime during Sunday's season finale against Palace and no details have been provided on the nature of the issue, but the sight of Norgaard consulting the medical staff at halftime is a concern for manager Mikel Arteta heading into the Champions League final against PSG on May 30. The club will assess the versatile midfielder over the coming days before providing any clarity on their availability for the Budapest showpiece. That said, Norgaard has only been a bench option this season for the Gunners, therefore a potential absence will not impact much the starting XI.
Returns to bench
Norgaard (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Athletic.
Analysis: Norgaard is back with his team after a start to the season on the sidelines, missing every match to this point due to an undisclosed injury. He will now hope to see some time after the delay to his campaign, likely to move forward in a depth role for the club.
Remains sidelined
Norgaard (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Liverpool.
Analysis: Norgaard is not an option once again Sunday, still awaiting his Gunner debut after joining this summer. He was close to being involved so a return could be on the horizon, although he will likely be set for a bench spot.
Could be involved
Norgaard (undisclosed) is a late call for Sunday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "That's another two that we don't know yet. Again, tomorrow we have another day, let's see how they evolve, and there's a chance to keep them involved in the game."
Analysis: Norgaard is on the mend and continues to work for his debut with the Gunners after an injury-plagued the start of his season, with the midfielder now a late call to face Liverpool. He would likely rejoin the team as a depth option and only earn a spot on the bench, although that could be a huge help with Martin Odegaard (shoulder) also questionable.
Doesn't feature in training
Norgaard (undisclosed) doesn't feature in the open training session at the Emirates on Wednesday, according to Simon Collings of The Standard.
Analysis: Norgaard missed Sunday's season opener against Manchester United due to a small issue that needed to be addressed by the medical staff and has not yet returned to training, as he was not spotted in the open session on Wednesday. This is a blow for Arsenal since it leaves him a doubt for Saturday's clash against Leeds United, although he will likely hold a rotational role for his first season at the club.
Misses opener due to injury
Norgaard missed the season opener against Manchester United on Sunday due to a little issue, coach Mikel Arteta said in a press conference. "He had a little issue the medical staff will address. He wasn't able to play today."
Analysis: Norgaard wasn't able to play in Sunday's season opener against the Red Devils due to a minor issue that the medical staff will address in the coming days. The exact reason and his timeline for return remain uncertain, although the problem appears to be minor and should allow him to return soon. That said, Norgaard is expected to be a depth option in the midfield for the Gunners, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.
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