Arsenal are set to add highly-rated Blackburn Rovers striker Igor Tyjon to the Hale End academy.
The Gunners have offered the Lancashire club a fee in the region of £1 million for Tyjon, with additional performance-related add-ons included in the deal.
The move comes as the North Londoners look to further strengthen their youth ranks ahead of the Premier League 2 2025/26 season.
Tyjon impressed for the Blackburn under-21s in the 2024/25 season, but he’s someone fans may not know a lot about.
With that said, here is everything you need to know about the rising star.
How old is Igor Tyjon?
Igor Tyjon was born on 20th March 2008, making him 17 years old at the time of writing, and he’s set to sign his first contract with Arsenal in June 2025.
Igor Tyjon Nationality
Born in Southport, Tyjon has Polish heritage and has represented both Poland and England at youth level so far in his career.
He’s played for the Poland under-16s, as well as the Three Lions’ under-16s and under-17s.
What position does Igor Tyjon play in?
Tyjon is predominantly a striker, although he’s also been deployed as a left-winger throughout his career, and is more than capable in both positions.
Astute at carrying the ball, the forward is nimble and elusive inside the box.
How good is Igor Tyjon?
Tyjon boasts an exceptional ability to move in tight spaces, capable of dropping in between the lines, turning and driving at the opposition’s back-line.
A smart finisher, Tyjon generally picks his spot and places the ball in corners accurately, rather than using pure power to beat the goalkeeper.
“Igor has been a standout young player since I have been at the football club,” Former Blackburn manager told the Lancashire Telegraph back in September.
“He had a fantastic pre-season. He’s just played for England in the week. I was delighted to give him his debut today. He has worked very, very hard.
“He’s a 16-year-old boy and we have to remember that. He is certainly one for the future.”
Igor Tyjon’s stats
Tyjon was in and around the Blackburn first team in the 2024/25 season, making two appearances for the senior side.
However, he mostly featured for the under-21s side in Premier League 2, netting four goals in seven appearances at this level.
Tyjon’s 2024/25 Arsenal Statistics (all competitions)
- Appearances: 11
- Goals: 4
- Assists: 0
Tyjon will likely become the first official Arsenal signing this summer, and is expected to play in Premier League 2 for the Gunners next season.
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