Club Brugge has rewritten the transfer history of the Jupiler Pro League. The sale of Christos Tzolis to Arsenal for 40 million euros makes blauw-zwart the first Belgian club to cross the 40-million-euro mark for an outgoing transfer. The Bruges side now has seven of the top eleven costliest outgoing transfers in Belgian league history. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in Jupiler Pro League, 38 pts, 22W-3D-7L from 32 games, recent form WWWWD.

Which transfers broke the records for Club Brugge?

The move of Christos Tzolis to Arsenal tops the list. The Greek winger cost Blauw-Zwart just 6 million euros from Fortuna Düsseldorf two seasons ago. Now he fetched a multiple of that sum. Arsenal signed Tzolis to replace outgoing Belgian international Leandro Trossard. Goals this season: 65 scored, 39 conceded (+26 goal difference).

Ardon Jashari sits in second place. The Swiss midfielder impressed at Club Brugge and was pivotal in the historic Champions League run. AC Milan paid 36 million euros plus 3 million in bonuses for him. Igor Thiago ranks third. The Brazilian striker struggled early at Blauw-Zwart but then exploded. Brentford paid 37 million euros for him and will receive a percentage of any future sale.

Charles De Ketelaere is fourth. Vincent Mannaert’s tough talks with Milan sporting director Paolo Maldini secured 35 million euros (including bonuses) - the fourth-costliest outgoing transfer ever for Club Brugge. Title race: 1 point behind leaders Union St. Gilloise.

Why is this transfer window so special for Blauw-Zwart?

Club Brugge isn’t just a top team on the pitch; it’s a talent factory that rakes in top euros. Seven players from its ranks or recent signings now sit in the Jupiler Pro League’s top eleven costliest outgoing transfers. That’s unmatched in Belgium. The sales prove Blauw-Zwart develops stars and operates shrewdly off it.

The sale of Tzolis alone puts the club on the map as a serious player in the transfer market. The revenue from these deals helps fund new talent and keeps the side competitive against Union St. Gilloise, who currently lead by a single point. Next fixture: vs KVC Westerlo (away, 2027-02-13).