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Scores during friendly Norgaard scored a goal in a closed-door friendly against Derby County on Thursday.

Impact Norgaard was handed some valuable time on the field as he works back into full fitness, appearing in a closed-doors friendly during the break. He would go onto the score during the match, likely to give him some confidence after a few matches unused from the bench. He will now look to work into some time with the first team moving forward as he looks to be closer to full fitness, hopefully capturing some starting minutes in the next few matches. If he does end up getting into a starting role, he could be a great waiver pickup, as he is a player who once bagged nine goal contributions in a Premier League season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still well short of full fitness Norgaard remains available for selection but is still some way from regaining full match fitness, with coach David Moyes suggesting the midfielder may not be fully ready until the...

Impact Norgaard continues to struggle with his conditioning after recovering from a groin injury that disrupted his preparations for the 2026/27 campaign. The midfielder recently returned to competitive action, but coach Moyes admitted that his latest appearance revealed he was further behind in his recovery than initially anticipated. Having completed just seven days of training with Everton and missed virtually the entire preseason, Norgaard still needs considerable time to rebuild his physical sharpness and match fitness. Moyes also revealed that the midfielder acknowledged his own limitations following his recent involvement, reinforcing the need for a cautious approach to his workload. Although Norgaard remains an option off the bench, a return to the starting lineup appears unlikely in the immediate future. Everton are now targeting the next international break as a more realistic timeframe for the midfielder to regain full fitness and become capable of handling a more substantial role.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Still short of starting fitness Norgaard is available for Saturday's Premier League clash against Chelsea but remains unlikely to start as he continues to rebuild his match fitness, according to coach David Moyes...

Impact Norgaard continues to make progress in his recovery from a groin injury that kept him sidelined for several weeks, although he remains some way from regaining full match fitness. The midfielder recently returned to team training and featured in a behind-closed-doors friendly before becoming available for Sunday's matchup against Hull City. However, coach Moyes has emphasized that Norgaard is not yet ready to handle a significant workload, suggesting another appearance off the bench is more likely against Chelsea. His minutes should gradually increase as he rebuilds his conditioning, but a return to the starting lineup appears premature at this stage. Norgaard nevertheless provides Everton with an additional option in central midfield as he works toward full fitness.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench against Hull City Norgaard (groin) is available off the bench for Sunday's Premier League clash against Hull City after recovering from a groin injury.

Impact Norgaard returns to Everton's matchday squad after making progress in his recovery from a groin injury that had kept him sidelined for several weeks. The midfielder recently resumed team training and featured in a behind-closed-doors friendly, allowing him to regain some match fitness ahead of Sunday's encounter. However, he is unlikely to be ready for a significant workload and could be limited to a brief appearance off the bench. His return provides Everton with additional depth and experience in central midfield as he works toward full fitness.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful despite fitness progress Norgaard (groin) remains doubtful for Sunday's Premier League clash against Hull City despite recently featuring in a behind-closed-doors friendly, according to coach David Moyes....

Impact Norgaard has taken another encouraging step in his recovery from a groin injury after returning to team training and playing his first minutes in several weeks during a behind-closed-doors friendly. However, manager Moyes' latest comments suggest the midfielder is still short of full match fitness, leaving his availability for Sunday's trip to Hull City uncertain. Everton's limited midfield options could force the coaching staff to consider including him in the squad earlier than initially planned, although his workload would likely be managed if he features. Once fully fit, Norgaard should provide much-needed depth and experience in central midfield.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Training on grass Tuesday Norgaard (groin) was spotted in training Tuesday as he continues to work his way back from injury.

Impact Norgaard finally returned to training on the grass, but the midfielder has to clear several hurdles before being ready to return to a competitive match. He'll ahve roughly two weeks to get into shape with an eye toward making the squad for the Oct. 11 match at Hull City in the resumption of the league. Once he's healthy, Norgaard will add some much-needed depth for an Everton side that needs more bodies in central midfield.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting return after break Norgaard (groin) is still unavailable and hasn't yet resumed training on grass, according to coach David Moyes. "He's still unavailable. We're hoping to get him back somewhere afte...

Impact Norgaard joined Everton from Arsenal earlier this month but has yet to make his debut, with manager Moyes' comments now suggesting a longer than expected recovery process. Harrison Armstrong, Hayden Hackney and James Garner figure to continue providing cover in central midfield until Norgaard is fit to return.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return before break Norgaard (groin) won't return before the international break, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact The veteran manager revealed that the central midfielder, who joined the club from Arsenal earlier this month, isn't expected to be fit before the international break at the end of this month. Norgaard should add some much-needed depth in midfield once he's fit, but as things stand now, the Oct. 11 game against Hull City could be the earliest he'd be able to return to the side. That leaves Harrison Armstrong, Hayden Hackney and James Garner as the options to provide cover in central midfield as long as the Dane remains sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Not making great progress Norgaard (undisclosed) is still not making great progress in his recovery and is still not an option for Everton, according to coach David Moyes. "Christian is still not making gre...

Impact Norgaard had already been ruled out of the season opener against Crystal Palace, and this update suggests his return remains further off than initially hoped despite earlier reports of positive trending. Harrison Armstrong figures to continue pairing with James Garner in midfield until he is back available.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for opener Norgaard (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's season opener against Crystal Palace, according to coach David Moyes. "We don't have Norgaard fit yet"

Impact Norgaard's continued absence, alongside that of James Garner, leaves Everton short in central midfield to begin the campaign, even as his recovery had reportedly been trending in a positive direction in recent days. Harrison Armstrong is expected to pair with Hayden Hackney in midfield until both Norgaard and Garner are back available.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for start of season Norgaard (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's season opener against Crystal Palace, with no firm return date given though his recovery reportedly appears close, according to the Liv...

Impact Norgaard nonetheless said he's getting very close to a return, offering a positive sign even though he won't be ready in time for the opener. His absence, along with the continued absence of James Garner, leaves Everton short in central midfield to begin the campaign. Norgaard is expected to continue working toward full fitness with a return targeted in the coming weeks. Harrison Armstrong is expected to pair with Hayden Hackney in midfield until both Norgaard and Garner are back available.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Norgaard says Everton move about playing 'a bigger football role' Christian Norgaard has left Arsenal after a single title-winning campaign, and he hopes his move to Everton brings more regular minutes.

AUGUST 6 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Completes Everton move Norgaard completed a permanent move from Arsenal to Everton on Wednesday.

Impact Norgaard was expected to play a secondary role at Arsenal in the 2026/27 season, but he's more likely to see regular playing time at Everton -- perhaps in a similar capacity as he did at Brentford in 2024/25, when he started 34 EPL appearances and logged over 2,800 minutes. Norgaard won't carry a lot of fantasy appeal due to the defensive-minded nature of his role in midfield, but he should at least play more regularly compared to the 2025/26 campaign.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available 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....

Impact 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.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

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 spe...

Impact 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.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

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Returns to bench Norgaard (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Athletic.

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Norgaard (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Liverpool.

Impact 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.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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...

Impact 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.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Leeds United Norgaard (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Leeds United due to an injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta, per Art de Roche of The Athletic. "Christian won't be i...

Impact Norgaard was absent from training and will now miss out altogether, with the midfielder unavailable for Saturday. This will be a minor loss for the club, as he is not a starter nor did he even appear in the opener. The hope will be his return isn't long, as he is still looking to gain his Gunner debut in the Premier League.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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