Arsenal's protracted move for Gabriel Paulista has been completed, with the Brazilian defender arriving in a deal which will involve Joel Campbell completing the season on loan at Villarreal.
24-year-old Gabriel’s arrival has been far from straightforward due to work permit complications, although the Gunners successfully argued the centre-back was an exceptional talent who will benefit the Premier League.
That development paved the way for Gabriel to complete formalities on Wednesday, joining from Villarreal in a deal reportedly worth £15m.
The move has seen Campbell move to Spain on loan for the rest of the season, although the Costa Rica winger penned a new long-term deal at Arsenal before departing.
Gabriel is confident he can develop his game with the Gunners.
The Brazilian said in an interview with Arsenal Media: "It's another dream in my career that has come true.
"I have only just arrived, but I am already feeling really good here in London. I am at a top club so that gives me more strength to be able to work and carry on, to be able to conquer much more in my career.
"I am coming to a very big club and I know that I will play with great players. While respecting everyone, I want to play for my place in the team. I know that is not going to be easy, I must show my potential, I have to show that I can be in the group, that the manager can count on me.
"The same goes to all my team-mates. I will carry on the same way I have been since the beginning of my career. I have always respected everyone to get to where I am in my career, and I want even more."
