Arsenal recently made a significant investment in striker Viktor Gyokeres, but despite his slow start at the Emirates, teammate Cristhian Mosquera has been singing his praises. Both players joined Arsenal this summer from Valencia and Sporting Lisbon, respectively. While Gyokeres has struggled to find his form, scoring only three goals so far, Mosquera has stepped up in defense in the absence of William Saliba.
Mosquera has credited Gyokeres for helping him improve as a defender, highlighting the intense battles they have in training. According to Mosquera, training with a player of Gyokeres’ caliber has been instrumental in his development. The defender described Gyokeres as a “beast” and an “animal,” emphasizing the impact of training with top-level players like him.
Despite Gyokeres’ slow start, Mosquera has been thriving at Arsenal since his move from Spain. He expressed his satisfaction with the club and the city, crediting manager Mikel Arteta for convincing him to join Arsenal. Mosquera also highlighted the supportive environment at the club, especially with many Spanish speakers in the team, which has helped him adapt quickly. He expressed his enthusiasm for playing in the Premier League, noting the differences in style but embracing the challenge.
Mosquera acknowledged the competition for a starting spot in the team, particularly with established players like Saliba and Gabriel. However, he welcomed the challenge, believing that it will only benefit the team in the long run. As Arsenal looks to maintain their positive start to the season after the international break, Mosquera and his teammates are gearing up for their upcoming match against Fulham. The Gunners currently lead the Premier League standings and will be looking to build on their early success.
