Arsenal legend Martin Keown has praised summer arrival Cristhian Mosquera after his standout start in north London.
Mosquera gets high praise from ex-Arsenal star Martin Keown
Cristhian Mosquera’s signing for only £13m is already one of the smartest pieces of business from Arsenal. The defender has seamlessly moved into Mikel Arteta’s backline. He is showing poise and confidence. The player is helping to maintain a level of solidity in the back line in the absence of William Saliba.
He has been reliable and has shown great awareness of the game. The defender is an outstanding ball player that offers a little more in terms of Gunners’ build-up. For such a young signing, his composure in difficult situations has impressed fans and football pundits.
Martin Keown, who knows a thing or two about commanding Arsenal’s defence, couldn’t hide his admiration.
He praised Mosquera by saying : “I think it’s a good purchase.
“He’s in the same DNA as Saliba and Gabriel.”
That is a high praise considering the quality of that duo. When a club legend likens a new signing, it tells you everything about the impression he’s making.
Smart transfer business pays off
At a time when defenders are costing upwards of £50m, landing a talent like him for a fraction of that feels like striking gold. His displays have been so reliable that Jakub Kiwior’s exit has not affected the squad. The good news is Piero Hincapie is also in the squad. That allows for further depth of options for Arteta.
For the Gunners it is about striking a balance between bringing in high profile signings and doing smart deals. Mosquera is already proving he is in that category. If he keeps growing at this pace, the Gunners may have landed a defender who can anchor their backline for years.
Author’s Opinion:
Mosquera might not have been the flashiest signing of the summer, but right now he looks like Arsenal’s smartest. If Keown’s words prove right, this bargain buy could turn into one of the club’s best pieces of business in recent memory.
