Arsenal are making significant strides in their pursuit of Cristhian Mosquera, with reports confirming that the North London club have reached an agreement on personal terms with the highly-rated 21-year-old centre-back from Valencia. The Gunners have identified Mosquera as a key target to strengthen their defensive options for the upcoming season, with Mikel Arteta particularly keen to add more depth behind established starters Gabriel Magalhães and William Saliba.
Arsenal initially submitted a €14 million bid, but Valencia swiftly rejected the offer, holding out for a figure closer to €25 million. The Spanish side values Mosquera highly, especially given his versatility — capable of operating as a centre-back and covering at right-back — and the fact that his current contract runs until 2026, with an option for a further year.
Despite Valencia’s firm stance, financial pressures at the club might force them to reconsider their position. Arsenal are reportedly preparing a new bid likely exceeding €20 million, hoping to strike a deal that suits both parties. Talks remain ongoing, but Arsenal remain confident of landing the talented defender, particularly as they’ve already secured Mosquera’s willingness to make the move to the Emirates.
The race for Mosquera’s signature has attracted interest from other European sides, notably RB Leipzig and Aston Villa, but Arsenal’s proactive approach has put them firmly in pole position. Arteta views Mosquera not only as immediate competition in defense but also as a long-term investment with potential to grow into a future regular in the Premier League.
🚨🔴⚪️ Arsenal have reached full agreement on personal terms with Christian Mosquera.
New proposal set to be submitted after opening bid worth €14m got rejected by Valencia.
Arsenal hope to get the deal done for fee in excess of €20m, talks underway. 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/mezDq6j2wc
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 29, 2025
If completed, Mosquera would become another promising addition to Arsenal’s youthful squad, aligning with the club’s vision of blending emerging talent with established stars.
