Pablo Mari is looking to follow in the illustrious footsteps of Cesc Fabregas and Santi Cazorla by becoming the latest Spaniard to spend “a long time” at Arsenal.
The 26-year-old defender has only just arrived at Emirates Stadium on an initial loan agreement.
There is an option within the deal which has taken him to north London from Flamengo for a permanent deal to be done in the summer.
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Mari, who failed to make the grade in England during a previous spell at Manchester City, is determined to make his mark, and he is aware of the rich history Arsenal boast when it comes to Spanish talent.