Cristhian Mosquera did not walk into Arsenal expecting an easy ride. The 21-year-old Spanish defender knew he was joining one of the most competitive backlines in England, and he was ready for it. He said recently:
When I signed, I knew I would be up against Gabriel and Saliba, two world-class players. That was the club’s idea from the start: to have players competing in every position so we can go as far as possible.
His comments came as the Gunners continued their impressive run, widely praised for their record-breaking defensive start to the season, as reported by Softfootball.
Settling in has not been a problem for the young centre-back. He admitted that English football felt different from what he was used to in La Liga – faster and rougher, but full of energy. Mosquera said:
The Premier League is very different, but I’m loving it.
Arsenal, via their official X account, posted a video of how right Mosquera is fitting into the Arsenal squad, showcasing his defensive prowess and tactical acumen in Arsenal’s hard-fought 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Watch the video below:
His attitude reminds many fans of Martín Zubimendi, another recent arrival who also spoke about how Arsenal’s footballing philosophy suited him perfectly, as reported by Softfootball. The defender’s courage fits the club’s long-term project, one built on youth, competition, and consistency.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed on his official X account that Mosquera was not scared of the challenge before signing and saw Arsenal as the right place to grow under Mikel Arteta.
For Mosquera, the message is clear: he did not come to watch from the bench. He came to fight, to learn, and to be part of a defense that’s already one of the best in Europe.
