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Arsenal announce the signing of Nicolas Pepe

So, the wait is over! 👍But we want to know, how did you react when we finally announced Pepe? 😅🇨🇮 #PepeIsHere ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/EkLcfKzjaf

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) August 1, 2019

The sensational Ivory Coast international who was outscored only by Kylian Mbappe in the Ligue 1 last term has joined Arsenal as part of a deal that is nothing short a statement of intent from the Gunners. The Gunners snatched him up amid overwhelming interest from the likes of Liverpool and Napoli.

Unai Emery sounded real pleased with the signing, saying:

"Nicolas is a highly-rated and talented winger who was wanted by many of the top teams in Europe.

"Signing a top-class winger has been one of our key objectives in this transfer window and I'm delighted he's joining. He will add pace, power and creativity, with the aim of bringing more goals to our team."

After completing his move to Arsenal, Pepe said,

"Being here is very emotional because it has not been easy for me. I have come a long way and struggled a lot and so signing for this great club is a big reward.

"It was important to make the right decision and I am convinced that Arsenal is the right choice."