Arsenal transfer news: Valencia rebuffs Mosquera bid

Arsenal transfer news broke early as Valencia dismissed Arsenal’s initial approach for rising centre-back Cristhian Mosquera, branding the sum “unworthy” of the 21-year-old’s potential. The Gunners’ first bid, believed to fall well short of Los Che’s €25 million valuation, was swiftly turned down despite the player entering the final year of his contract.

Valencia demand full €25m clause

Sporting director Miguel Ángel Corona is adamant the Premier League side must match Mosquera’s release figure or walk away. Valencia see the Spain Under-21 international as a cornerstone of Rubén Baraja’s rebuild and would prefer to extend his deal rather than accept a cut-price sale.

What it means for Arsenal transfer news this summer

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is keen to add a right-footed centre-back who can also cover at right-back, and Mosquera ticks every box with his pace, anticipation and 1.89 m frame. However, the North London club’s budget is constrained after hefty outlays in recent windows, forcing sporting director Edu Gaspar to negotiate hard or shift focus to alternative targets.

Player keen on Premier League switch

Sources close to Mosquera say the defender is eager to test himself in England and has already spoken to international teammates about life in the Premier League. His willingness could pressure Valencia to soften their stance later in the window, especially if no contract extension is signed.

Opinion: Mosquera’s blend of athleticism and maturity makes him a natural fit for Arteta’s back-line rotation, but Arsenal cannot afford another dragged-out saga. Meeting Valencia halfway quickly might prove wiser than scrambling for plan-B options in August.