Arsenal boss Unai Emery reveals why he signed David Luiz from Chelsea (Image: GETTY)
Arsenal’s interest in the experience Chelsea defender became apparent just days before the end of the transfer window, after fans were resigned to not brining in a central defender.
The Gunners were left rocked when club captain Laurent Koscielny revealed his desire to return to France in July, which was completed earlier this month.
Despite their interest in signing Luiz coming close to the deadline, the details were worked out and a fee agree on the final day.
Arsenal boss Emery has spoken out about the Luiz deal after it was confirmed by the club, and revealed why he pursed it.
He said: ”David has huge experience and I look forward to working with him again.
“He is a well known player and adds to our defensive strength.”
Despite the positivity from Arsenal fans surrounding the unexpected £8million deal, former England international Glen Johnson has sent the Brazilian’s new team-mates a warning.
“David Luiz is a winner, you have to agree. He’s won all sorts of trophies throughout his career,” Johnson told talkSPORT.
Arsenal boss Unai Emery reveals why he signed David Luiz from Chelsea (Image: GETTY)
Arsenal boss Unai Emery reveals why he signed David Luiz from Chelsea (Image: GETTY)
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“But I think Arsenal need a backbone and I’m not so sure Luiz can bring that.
“He likes to play football, he enjoys the game and he plays it the right way but Arsenal need something solid and I don’t think he’s the man for that.
“He’s great to watch, but playing alongside him he’d be one of those guys you have to be a yard closer to, just waiting for the unexpected to happen.
“Yes, he’s great when it all comes off and he’s playing with flair, but if I was playing with him you would have to babysit him a little bit.
Arsenal boss Unai Emery reveals why he signed David Luiz from Chelsea (Image: GETTY)