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Arsenal have secured the signing of Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera for £13m. The 21-year-old was a standout performer for Valencia in their La Liga survival campaign. Mosquera becomes Arsenal's fifth summer signing as they push for Premier League glory. Meanwhile, new recruit Martin Zubimendi has praised Mikel Arteta's coaching style.

Key Points: Arsenal Sign Valencia Defender Cristhian Mosquera in £13m Deal

  • Valencia's Cristhian Mosquera joins Arsenal on a five-year deal
  • Mosquera was key in Valencia's La Liga survival last season
  • Arsenal eyeing Viktor Gyokeres as next summer signing
  • Mikel Arteta praised by new signing Martin Zubimendi
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Football: Valencia's Mosquera joins Arsenal squad ahead of closing transfer

Arsenal complete signing of Valencia's Cristhian Mosquera for £13m as the Spanish defender joins their Asian tour squad ahead of the new season.

"I don't know what he saw in me, but what I saw in him is that he's a top coach in Europe. – Martin Zubimendi on Mikel Arteta"

Singapore, July 23

Valencia's Spain Under-21 defender Cristhian Mosquera is on the verge of signing for Arsenal after joining up with the squad on the club's Asian tour in Singapore on Wednesday. Mosquera has reportedly agreed a five-year contract, with an option to extend his stay for a further year, with Arsenal paying Valencia an initial fee of 13 million pounds (17.6 million US dollars).

The 21-year-old Mosquera has been one of the few bright spots as Valencia has struggled to avoid relegation from La Liga in the past two seasons, with the youngster missing just two games in the 2023-24 campaign and just one last season, with his power in the air and pace vital factors in keeping the club in the elite.

He will be Arsenal's fifth signing of the summer as the club aims to go one better than last season's second place in the Premier League, with goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and forward Noni Madueke signing from Chelsea, midfielder Christian Norgaard coming in from Brentford, and Martin Zubimendi joining from Real Sociedad, reports Xinhua.

Arsenal is also believed to be close to finalising a deal for Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, with talks reportedly at an "extremely advanced stage."

Meanwhile, Zubimendi gave an interview on the club website explaining that Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was one reason he had decided to join the north-London outfit.

"I don't know what he saw in me, but what I saw in him is that he's a top coach in Europe," Zubimendi said. "When I wanted to leave (Real Sociedad), I wanted a quality coach. I've seen how obsessive and detailed he is with his game, so I think I've found the right one."

"It's a change for me. It's the change I wanted. And since the first day I've been here, I've noticed the greatness of this club and I'm adapting," said the Spain international.

- IANS

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Priya S
As an Indian football fan, I'm excited to see Arsenal strengthening their squad. But 13 million pounds seems too much for a relatively unknown player. Hope he proves his worth!
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Arjun K
Arsenal's transfer strategy looks solid this year. First Zubimendi, now Mosquera - both Spanish talents. Arteta is building a proper team after years of frustration. Jai Hind to all Indian Gooners!
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Sarah B
Watching from Mumbai - this is exactly the kind of young, hungry players we need! But I'm more excited about the Gyokeres rumors. We desperately need a clinical striker.
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Vikram M
Not sure about this signing yaar. Valencia barely survived relegation last two seasons. Shouldn't we be going for more proven defenders at this price? Hope I'm wrong though!
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Ananya R
As a female football fan from Delhi, I love how Arsenal is focusing on young talents. But please don't forget we need depth in attack too! Gyokeres deal should be priority now 💯

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