Mosquera’s move to Arsenal was officially confirmed on Thursday as the central defender joins from Valencia in a deal worth £13million (€15million), thus becoming the club’s fifth signing of the summer transfer window. The talented defender has signed a five-year deal in north London, with an option to extend by a further 12 months.

Arsenal have completed the signing of Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera, the Premier League club has announced.

Arsenal have signed defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia for an initial fee of £13million (€15m) . The 21-year-old has signed a five-year deal at the Emirates.