Arsenal defender Cristhian Mosquera has praised his teammate Viktor Gyokeres for greatly enhancing his performance at the club. Mosquera described Gyokeres as “a beast” and “an animal” during training sessions, highlighting how competing against such high-caliber talent pushes him to improve his defending skills.
Both players joined Arsenal in the summer of 2025, with Mosquera arriving from Valencia and Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon. While Gyokeres has faced a slower start in the Premier League, scoring a few goals, Mosquera has impressed fans and pundits with his solid defensive displays, especially stepping up during William Saliba’s injury absence.
Mosquera welcomed the competitive environment at Arsenal under manager Mikel Arteta, emphasizing that training with elite players like Gyokeres is a significant step up from his previous experiences. He credited this level of competition with accelerating his adaptation to the Premier League’s physical and fast-paced style.
With Arsenal sitting near the top of the Premier League, Mosquera’s development and Gyokeres’ presence are proving vital for the club’s ambitions this season.
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