Cristhian Mosquera to Travel to London as Arsenal Nears Transfer Completion

Cristhian Mosquera is set to join Arsenal this week, finalizing a deal that sees the young Valencia defender heading to London for a medical and to sign a long-term contract .

The move, estimated at €15 million with up to €5 million in bonuses, aligns with Valencia’s valuation, which Mobquera rejected two contract extensions at the club to pursue a Premier League opportunity .

Mosquera, who has trained separately from Valencia’s first team, is expected to arrive in the UK within the next 24–48 hours for his medical and final paperwork . The 21‑year‑old Spain youth international will provide additional central defensive depth behind William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães, following a season plagued by injuries in Arsenal’s back line .