Arsenal have taken a significant step in their summer transfer plans by reaching full agreement on personal terms with Cristhian Mosquera, the highly-rated Valencia defender.
The Gunners are now preparing an improved offer after their initial €14 million bid was rejected by the Spanish side.
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According to reliable sources, including Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are confident of completing the deal for a fee expected to be in excess of €20 million. Talks are ongoing between both clubs, with Valencia understood to be open to a sale if the price is right.
“Arsenal have reached full agreement on personal terms with Mosquera. New proposal will be submitted after the initial €14m bid was rejected,” Romano confirmed.
Who is Cristhian Mosquera?
Mosquera, 20, is one of the brightest young defenders in La Liga. Known for his calmness on the ball, intelligent positioning, and ability to play out from the back, he fits the mold of a modern centre-back—perfectly aligned with Mikel Arteta’s style of play.
- Club: Valencia CF
- Position: Centre-Back
- Nationality: Spanish (born in Alicante, of Colombian descent)
- Appearances (2024/25): 32 (all competitions)
- Height: 6’2”
- Preferred Foot: Right
He made his La Liga debut at 17 and has since grown into a reliable presence in Valencia’s backline, earning attention from top clubs including Real Madrid and PSG, but Arsenal appear to be leading the race.
