Mosquera: I am focused on my club now, not worried or in a hurry for other things to come

Recently, Mosquera accepted an interview with AS before the friendly match between Spain U21 and Norway U21. He avoided the topic of choosing to play for the Colombian national team or the Spanish national team in the future.

How does it feel to wear the captain's armband?

"It's very good. They told me during the last training camp that I will become the captain. This is an honor for me. I am the most experienced player in the U21 team, and I know that this brings responsibility."

What are the specific responsibilities?

"The main thing is to pass on my experience to the new players. The head coach and I have known each other for a long time. I Knowing what direction he wants the team to go, I also need to lead the whole team from the back. "

How is your position changing with your new stage at Arsenal?

"I felt great at the club and the city when Arteta first spoke to me, I didn't hesitate to choose Arsenal. There is a group of very good players here. Many Spanish speakers helped me adjust. "

Have you also felt this leap in the game?

"The Premier League is very different, but I like it very much. I'm very comfortable with that direct style of play and Arteta always asks me after games how tired I am, but I feel good. I grew up in the La Liga style but people always said I was suited to the Premier League and I think they were right. "

The most difficult thing may be to compete with Saliba and Gabriel for positions

"I knew I would meet them when I signed. They are world-class players, but the club's philosophy is to let players compete in various positions to achieve higher goals. "

Do you clearly know that the club's goal is to make a difference in the Champions League?

"Yes, we have this goal. mark. We have a very good team that is capable of doing this. "

When can I see you enter the senior national team

"I am focused on my club and am not worried or in a hurry for other things to come. What I can control is what I do every day, and the rest will follow. "

Heizen, Kubasi, Jarek and you, can you imagine that the four of you will become a central defender combination in 2030?

"There are many excellent central defenders in Spain, whether now or in the future, I just need to work hard to fight for my position. "

As a captain and having the opportunity to play for Colombia in the future, would you talk to Pardo?

"I don't know much about him, we met last year at the U21s, but other than that I don't know anything. known. "

Has anyone extended an olive branch to you again?

"As I said, what I can control is to focus on my club, and opportunities will come naturally. "

How do you view the current situation in Valencia

"I will always miss my former home. Valencia is going through a difficult period, but I believe this is only temporary. They have a great team and a great fan base. "

Can you understand the anger of Valencia fans about you being sold?

"I know the Valencia fans very well, they are very harsh. They want their best players around to keep fighting for a high ranking, which is where the club should be, so I totally understand how they feel but also tell them to rest assured they have a very good squad. "