Pablo Mari

“I signed for City in 2013 but I've never met Pep Guardiola or any of the first-team players.”

“I liked the idea of playing for a huge club.”

“My footballing curve; I never thought this could happen. But over the years of work, injuries, without opportunities, I've learned that deep inside an attitude builds which says: 'The moment someone gives me the chance, there's no way I'm letting go.'”

“If I have to, I'll keep going until my career ends, but I think I've found a club to put down roots. A traditional club that supports its people, people who believe in it and give everything. I'd like to be part of that, a great footballer for many years for Arsenal.”

“I like to fish. I always go when I'm on holidays in Spain.”

“I go to the beach with some family. I like to go there because I'm alone and I can think.”

“Look, a player has to have one thing very clear: how much you're prepared to lose to be a professional. You have to ask yourself that question and be honest.”

“England's good for me: there's a thousand things to improve, but I fit. I'm happy and I'd really like Arsenal to use the purchase option.”

“I have a lot of things to learn but I think my football can be really good with the Arsenal.”

“I love England and so does my wife. The centre of London is unbelievable. We are really happy here.”