Denis Suarez revealed that he was a fan of Arsenal when he was inspired by Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp.
The Barcelona midfielder, who will wear the No. 22 jersey for Arsenal, will be loaned to the Emirates until the end of the season.
After extending his contract until 2021, Suarez rejoined fellow Unai Emery in North London, with the Gunners having an option to buy.
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Suarez insists that Arsenal was his team and believes that the football philosophy of the club is his own.
"One thing nobody knows about me is that when I was little, I watched the Premier League on television. When I was small, Arsenal was the team that inspired me, I watched Bergkamp and Henry, they were legends, "said Suarez.
"My philosophy of football? Have fun, have fun and win.
"I'm a midfielder and my final ball is of the best quality. The person I watch most in the world of football is Andres Iniesta.
"He has always been my idol since I was young."
The 25-year-old also sent an emotional message to his team-mates in Barcelona.
Denis Suarez poses with the jersey of Arsenal (Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
He said: "You are a group of extraordinary people! Thank you for everything, see you soon. Good luck and Força Barça. "
Suarez could make his debut for the Gunners Sunday against his former Manchester City club at Etihad.
Denis Suarez (Arsenal FC via Getty Images) is recruiting Arsenal
Pep Guardiola had just left Blaugrana before Suarez left City to join Barcelona at 19.
And after stays with Sevilla and Villarreal, Barcelona bought the player in 2016, but after failing to gain playing time under Ernesto Valverde, he decided to take up a new challenge in North London.
Keep up-to-date with the latest transfer news, rumors and offers throughout the January window