History of Christos Tzolis in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 16, 2026

Christos Tzolis is a talented Greek professional footballer who plays as a winger. He rose to prominence through the PAOK youth academy, quickly establishing himself as one of Greece's brightest prospects due to his impressive pace, technical dribbling, and goal-scoring ability. His breakout performances earned him a move to the international stage, featuring for clubs such as Norwich City in England and Fortuna Düsseldorf in Germany. Known for his clinical finishing and creativity in the final third, Tzolis has become a consistent contributor for both his club sides and the Greece national team. His career is defined by his rapid transition from a promising academy graduate to a versatile attacker competing in top European leagues, consistently demonstrating the potential to influence matches through his dynamic playstyle and eye for goal.

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11 September 2020: Season opener MVP

On 11 September 2020, Tzolis scored the winning goal in the 2020–21 season opener against AEL and was recognized as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the match.

17 September 2020: Contract renewal

On 17 September 2020, Tzolis signed a contract extension with his club that ties him to the team until 2024, notably excluding a buy-out clause.

January 2002: Birth of Christos Tzolis

Christos Tzolis, a Greek professional footballer who later played for Club Brugge and the Greece national team, was born on January 30, 2002.

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October 2020: Senior National Team Debut

On 7 October 2020, Christos Tzolis made his debut for the Greece senior national team during a match against Austria. Entering the game as an 82nd-minute substitute for Dimitrios Limnios, Tzolis marked the occasion by becoming the 7th youngest player to ever represent the senior Greece squad.

November 2020: First International Goal

On 11 November 2020, Christos Tzolis achieved a significant career milestone by scoring his first goal for the Greece senior national team. The goal occurred during a 2–1 victory against Cyprus.

August 2021: Transfer to Norwich City and Debut Success

On 12 August 2021, Christos Tzolis departed PAOK to sign a five-year contract with Norwich City. Subsequently, on 24 August 2021, he delivered a standout performance in his debut for the club, contributing two goals and two assists in a 6–0 EFL Cup victory against Bournemouth, which earned him the man of the match award.

July 2022: Loan move to FC Twente

On 22 July 2022, Christos Tzolis officially joined the Dutch football club Twente on a season-long loan agreement.

January 2023: Early termination of loan spell

On 31 January 2023, Christos Tzolis concluded his loan period at Twente early after both parties reached a mutual agreement to end the arrangement, following a stint where he recorded three goals in 15 appearances.

August 2023: Loan Move to Fortuna Düsseldorf

On 6 August 2023, Christos Tzolis officially transferred to the 2. Bundesliga team Fortuna Düsseldorf on a one-year loan agreement that included an option for a permanent purchase.

May 2024: Permanent Transfer to Fortuna Düsseldorf

Following his successful loan spell, Fortuna Düsseldorf officially exercised their option to buy Christos Tzolis on 30 May 2024, securing his permanent transfer to the club.

July 2024: Transfer to Club Brugge

On 1 July 2024, Christos Tzolis finalized a transfer to Club Brugge after the Belgian side paid €6 million to Fortuna Düsseldorf. This move followed Fortuna Düsseldorf's decision to trigger a €3.5 million buy-out clause from Norwich City. As part of the agreement, Tzolis signed a four-year contract that doubled his wages, and no resale percentage was included for his former club.

21 February 2023: First League Goal for Norwich City

On 21 February 2023, Christos Tzolis scored his first league goal for Norwich City and his first goal for the club following his return from a loan spell during a 3-1 victory against Birmingham City.

25 August 2020: Brace against Beşiktaş J.K.

On 25 August 2020, Christos Tzolis scored two goals and provided an assist for Dimitrios Pelkas during a UEFA Champions League qualifying match against Beşiktaş J.K.

5 November 2020: Goal against PSV Eindhoven

On 5 November 2020, Tzolis contributed a goal to PAOK's 4–1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in the UEFA Europa League group stage, improving the team's chances of advancing.