Igor Tyjon signs for Arsenal

We are delighted to confirm the signing of Igor Tyjon from Blackburn Rovers.

Striker Igor joins us with first-team experience under his belt, having made three senior appearances for Rovers

"It feels amazing," Igor said on signing for Arsenal, "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."

Igor felt that everything aligned for his move this summer. As well as our impressive track record of producing top Academy talents, the striker admitted that our status as Premier League champions played a part in his decision to join us.

"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."

18-year-old Igor was just 16 when he made his professional debut for Blackburn, coming off the bench in a Championship game against Bristol City.

Having experienced the thrill of playing in front of a large crowd, Igor is looking forward to showing our supporters what he can do.

"Going from under-21s to first-team football is two different things. I think with the fans, with the pressure, it's kind of helped me along the way.

"The support has always helped me out at games, just them believing in me, supporting me really helps me out. I'm taking that with me to Arsenal."

As well as his experience with Blackburn, Igor has played for various England age groups, and Poland's under-16s side.

The highlight of his international career so far came in the winter of last year, when he represented England under-17s at the U17 World Cup in Qatar.

"Again, just a dream come true really. Just being out there with the lads, being part of the group is absolutely amazing.

"I know a couple of the [Arsenal] boys from international duties. I know Jack Porter, Eli [Elijah Upson], Theo [Julienne], Max [Dowman] and I know a couple of the staff as well, so it's good to link up."

Everyone at Arsenal wishes Igor well as he gets his Arsenal career underway.