Takehiro Tomiyasu says he has achieved a lifelong dream by joining Arsenal.
The Japan defender, signed from Bologna on deadline day, made his debut for Arsenal in the 1-0 win over Norwich last Saturday.
"I am buzzing to be here because Arsenal is one of the biggest clubs in the world," Tomiyasu said.
"And to play in the Premier League was my big dream when I was young, so I am happy to be here.
"I never imagined that I could play as a player of Arsenal, so I am so excited. As I say, Arsenal is one of the biggest clubs in the world."
Speaking about what position he is most comfortable in, Tomiyasu added: "I think I can play with both feet, I can play every position as a defender.
"And I am an intelligent player so I can always read the next situation. For me it doesn't matter [where I play] because the most important thing is to play in the game.
"So if the coach told me to play striker, I would play striker!"
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