Christos Tzolis
Last updated September 20, 2026
Left Winger · #17 · Greece
Season-by-Season Record
| Season | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 8 | 0 | 4 |
About Christos Tzolis
Christos Tzolis is a Greek winger who joined Arsenal from Club Brugge on 23 July 2026 for £34m, a record sale for the Belgian Pro League, signing a five-year deal and taking the number 17 shirt. Born in Thessaloniki, he came through the PAOK academy, had a difficult spell at Norwich City, then rebuilt his career with 22 goals on loan at Fortuna Düsseldorf before two outstanding seasons in Bruges, where he was named Belgian Pro League Player of the Season twice and won the 2025-26 title. A right-footed player who cuts in from the left, he was signed as the replacement for Leandro Trossard and made an instant impact with two assists on his debut in the 3-0 Community Shield win over Manchester City. He has 34 caps and 9 goals for Greece.
International Career — Greece
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Christos Tzolis?
Tzolis was born on 30 January 2002 in Thessaloniki, Greece, so he is 24 years old.
How tall is Christos Tzolis?
Tzolis is listed at 1.79m (5ft 10in).
How much did Arsenal pay for Christos Tzolis?
Arsenal paid Club Brugge a reported £34m (around €40m) in July 2026, a record fee received by a Belgian Pro League club.
What is Christos Tzolis's salary at Arsenal?
His wages have not been officially disclosed. Capology estimates around £90,000 a week, roughly £4.7m a year, on the five-year contract he signed in July 2026.
What shirt number does Christos Tzolis wear for Arsenal?
Tzolis wears the number 17 shirt, which had been vacant since Oleksandr Zinchenko left for Ajax and was previously worn by Alexis Sanchez.
What position does Christos Tzolis play?
He is a right-footed left winger who cuts inside onto his stronger foot, and he can also play as a number 10 or across the front line. Arsenal signed him as the replacement for Leandro Trossard.