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.

Cristhian Mosquera has become Arsenal’s fifth signing of the off season after completing a move from Valencia.

Arsenal have signed young centre-back Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia on a long-term deal. The Spain Under-21 international will bolster manager Mikel Arteta’s defensive options ahead of the new