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Mosquera has made 90 appearances for Valencia since graduating from the club's academy in 2021 Arsenal are in talks to sign defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia. The Gunners want to make a defensive signing this summer and the 20-year-old Spaniard, who can play at centre-back and right-back, is emerging as their favoured option. Arsenal have shown interest in Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace, but the England international may be reluctant to join given that he may find opportunities limited behind Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba. Spain Under-21 international Mosquera has made 90 appearances for Valencia and was a regular in the team last season, playing 90 minutes in 37 of the club's 38 La Liga games. It has been a busy 24 hours for Arsenal, who are also on the verge of completing a move for Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard. A fee worth up to £15million has been agreed and the Denmark international is set to undergo a medical. Arsenal are also imminently expected to complete the signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea. Meanwhile, 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly signed a five-year deal at Emirates Stadium on Thursday. The full-back made 39 appearances for Arsenal last season as he established himself as a regular in Mikel Arteta's side. Fellow defender Gabriel also signed a long-term contract earlier this month. Latest Arsenal news, analysis and fan views Get Arsenal news sent straight to your phone The end of one of football's great full-back duos - where do they rank? How Archer overcame injury heartache to return to England Test squad Ronaldo signs new deal with Saudi club Al-Nassr Cillian Murphy stars in 28 Days Later David Harewood on the impact of his psychosis documentary Who was behind the infamous robbery of Kim Kardashian? Maisie and Suzi's guide to the 2025 Women's Euros The end of one of football's great full-back duos - where do they rank? Every kit for Euro 2025 - pick your favourite The Commonwealth Games swimmer who might not see 40 Sir Gareth joins the greats as football's seventh knighted manager The chase is on - why no team can feel safe against Stokes' England Will 'sport's best dressed officials' be missed at Wimbledon? Euro 2025: How have England evolved? What are Wales' chances? England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test Video England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test 'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars. Video'Like talking to Andy Murray' - impressionist quizzes tennis stars In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week Who is the most iconic British & Irish Lion of all time? Which drivers are in danger of losing their seat for 2026? How Draper became a genuine Wimbledon contender Fleetwood's stumble gives US Bradley-sized Ryder Cup headache Which young players could light up Euro 2025? What do you remember about the 2013 Lions tour? Have the Club World Cup's innovations been good or bad? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.