Arsenal announce young striker signing from Blackburn Rovers

Arsenal have finally completed the signing of 18-year-old Igor Tyjon from Blackburn Rovers, after a protracted transfer saga lasting around 15 months. The youngster will wear the number 64 with his new club.

Speaking to the Arsenal website, Tyjon said of the move: “It feels amazing. I’ve waited a long time for this and I can’t wait to get started. 

“It’s a dream come true for [my family] as well, it’s always a nice feeling when you make your family happy, so I’m buzzing for them as well.

“Who doesn’t want to join the champions? I can’t wait to be part of the team. 

“The pathway, the staff, the players, everything about it, it’s just top. I’m excited to meet the group, meet the players, hit the ground running and have a good season.”

Previous reports suggested Tyjon held his medical with Arsenal last week, with the Gunners agreeing to pay an initial fee of £1m, plus bonuses and a sell-on clause.

Arsenal spent well over a year pushing to add the young striker to their academy, as Rovers rejected various bids and extended Tyjon’s scholarship contract.

The player’s desire to leave was clear, and he was even reportedly planning to take Rovers to a tribunal to finally secure the transfer this month. In the end, that wasn’t necessary.

Tyjon scored seven goals and assisted two in 21 appearances for the Blackburn Rovers youth teams in 2025/26, with his minutes inconsistent and limited as an apparent result of his refusal to sign professional terms with the club.

The 18-year-old also made an appearance for Rovers’ senior side in the League Cup, and he made the bench for an FA Cup match against Hull City, as well as three Championship games.

Tyjon has played for the England youth teams up to u18 level, and he’s also represented Poland in the past. He has three goals in five matches for the u18s.