Arsenal announce Mustafi’s transfer

Arsenal have confirmed the arrival of Shkodran Mustafi from Valencia. The Gunners agreed a fee around £35m last week, for the German World Cup-winning defender, who is now away on international duty.

Mustafi becomes Arsene Wenger’s sixth signing of this summer, following the arrival of Lucas Perez, Granit Xhaka, and the young trio of Rob Holding, Takuma Asano and Kelechi Nwakali.

Speaking about the 24-year-old, Wenger said: “He is at the right age. He has good experience. He is a very focused player who can play with the ball as well. We have taken a great player but have prepared well for the future.”

The deal is subject to the completion of regulatory processes.