JAKARTA - Arsenal's Target, Cristhian Mosquera, appears to have confirmed his departure from Valencia claiming he left his "home" to start a new era.
ESPN reported that the defender had approved a personal requirement with Arsenal last month despite being offered a new contract by Valencia.
Reports in British and Spanish media show that an agreement between the two clubs has progressed over the weekend.
The 21-year-old told Marca that even though Valencia is his home and will always be, he will leave.
"I arrived here when I was 12 years old. Now I am leaving as an adult."
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"I'm a little sad because I've been here my whole life, but decisions in football are like that. Now, the new era is starting," he told Marca that he was goodbye to his teammates on Monday, July 14, 2025, local time.
Mosquera further did not mention which club he would defend.
"It's fun, but it's also sad," he said in response to the club's question which club he was going to.
Mosquera's sadness cannot be separated from how his journey with Valencia got through difficult times. No wonder his departure from Mestalla was quite heavy because of his emotional bond.
"We managed to turn a very complicated situation around. We are delighted to be able to return this shield to its place."
"However, we must appreciate what we have achieved together. The unity of the supporters and the team is key. Thank you, you guys are the best!" he wrote on personal Instagram.
The young Spanish National Team player has made 73 appearances in La Liga in the last two seasons.
Arsenal are interested in signing Mosquera to cover William Saliba and Gabriel on the defense.
The Gunners have previously completed the transfers of Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard, and Martin Zubimendi this summer.
There are still other negotiations that must be completed, including with Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon and Noni Madueke from Chelsea.
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