From the start of this summer’s transfer window, one of Arsenal’s main objectives was to recruit a centre-back who could provide quality cover for William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães. Such was the perceived need for another high-class central defender,

Arsenal have announced the signing of Spain Under-21 defender Cristhian Mosquera. The Gunners disclosed this in a statement via their website on Thursday,

Manager Mikel Arteta describes the Spain U21 international as intelligent and quick, able to play both centrally and out wide.

Andrea Berta has been praised for Mosquera’s signing with claims that Arsenal have acquired a ‘colossus’ at the back for an excellent fee. Mosquera follows the additions of the likes of Martin Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard, with fans now hoping that attentions turn to the club’s forward line.

Summer signings Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga all play as Arsenal beat AC Milan in their opening pre-season game in Singapore.