Arsenal have signed Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla from Malaga on a
long-term contract for an undisclosed fee believed to be below £15m.
The 27-year-old has joined the club at a pre-season training camp in Germany.
Cazorla said: "I'm so excited to be joining one of the greatest teams in Europe and also in the Premier League."
Boss Arsene Wenger, who is also working to sign Real Madrid's Nuri Sahin on loan, added: "He's a great signing who will add significant quality to us."
The Frenchman continued: "He is a player with good experience at both club and international level.
"He is a versatile, attacking midfield player who can play comfortably on either side of the pitch or centrally. He has good pace, is technically gifted and will be a huge asset to Arsenal Football Club. We are delighted that he is joining us."
Cazorla spoke of his intention to help the Gunners end their trophy drought, which dates back to 2005.
"I'm so happy to be joining Arsenal," he stated. "This is a club with great players, a fantastic stadium and huge support.
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