The Denmark international’s signing, along with that of Martin Zubimendi, signals a potential change in approach from Arsenal. Both Norgaard and Zubimendi excel in progressing play through passes, which should, in theory, enable Arsenal to maximise the ball-carrying abilities from deeper positions of Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.

The two clubs have agreed a deal worth up to £15m for the Denmark international midfielder. Arsenal will also decide whether to formalise a move for Chelsea attacker Noni Madueke after agreeing personal terms with the England international.

Sporting CP’s very public demands are expected to be satisfied thanks to Viktor Gyökeres’s direct intervention.