Jakub Kiwior, a defender from Poland, has been acquired by Arsenal for £ 21 million from Serie A team Spezia.
The 22-year-old spent the weekend in London and attended Arsenal's 3-2 victory against Manchester United on January 22 at Emirates Stadium.
Kiwior agreed to a deal that runs through 2027 with an additional 12-month extension option.
"We're thrilled to have finalized the acquisition of Jakub Kiwior," stated Sporting Director Edu. We've been keeping an eye on this rising star for a time. Now that Jakub has joined us, we are all looking forward to working with him and seeing him grow. Jakub is welcomed at Arsenal.
Mikel Arteta, our manager, said, "It's excellent that Jakub is joining us. Young and versatile, he has already distinguished himself at the international level for Poland and with Spezia in Serie A.
Jakub is a player who will offer our defense strength and quality. Jakub and his family are welcome here at Arsenal, and we look forward to working with him.
Jakub, Arsenal's second January acquisition following Leandro Trossard's switch from Brighton, will set them back around £17.5 million upfront, with an additional £3.5 million in potential add-ons.
The Premier League's top team will gain depth through the addition of Kiwior, who has been eying a different left-footed center defender.
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