Arteta: I know Zinchenko really well, he's an exceptional footballer

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that Oleksandr Zinchenko transfer could be completed soon.

“Yeah, as you've seen he is here/ There are still a few formalities to get everything completed but we're really happy to have him.

I know the player really well, he's an exceptional footballer and he is someone that is going to bring as well another competitive edge to that dressing room.

He can play in both (defence and midfield). He was a natural No. 10 early in his career and we converted him into a left-back which can do a lot of things that we want in our way of playing.

That versatility is something that is going to be important for the team because we have players in that position who are more specific full-back so I'm really happy.”