Mosquera confirms departure from Valencia: Next destination, Arsenal?

Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera is reportedly close to finalizing his transfer to Arsenal, according to recent reports. The player appears to have confirmed his departure from Valencia, describing his imminent exit as the beginning of a “new era”.

Valencia is my home and always will be. I arrived when I was 12 years old and now I’m leaving as a grown man.

Cristhian Mosquera

Mosquera, 21 years old, has shared his feelings about this decision, admitting some sadness about leaving his footballing home behind. The young Spanish footballer has expressed that, although he feels nostalgic, he understands that in football these decisions are common. Despite not specifying the club he is joining, Mosquera has described the situation as exciting and sad at the same time.

Arsenal, looking to strengthen its defense, has shown interest in Mosquera to cover the positions of William Saliba and Gabriel. The club has already secured the signings of Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Nørgaard, and Martín Zubimendi this summer. In addition, they are in negotiations to incorporate Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon and Noni Madueke from Chelsea.