Arsenal signing Christos Tzolis cites David Villa as blueprint for playing style

Arsenal have signed Greek international winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34 million earlier in the summer of 2026. The 24-year-old had an outstanding season at Brugge, registering 52 goals and assists across all competitions, and has already scored his first Arsenal goal in a pre-season win over Girona. Tzolis cited former Barcelona and Spain striker David Villa as a role model, noting similarities in their left-sided, goal-focused playing styles.