“Naldo is a great athlete and could do well at the right club, unfortunately he doesn’t fit the direction we’re planning to move in any longer

We expect to move him for somewhere in the region of €10 million, and English side Arsenal is as of now the most likely destination.”

A Brazlian born defender is 6 foot 5 inches

Arsene Wenger, manager of Arsenal FC, was extremely happy to have the Belgium international :

“Thomas is a great signing for Arsenal Football Club, and we are all delighted that he is joining us,” Wenger told the club’s official website.

“Thomas is a solid performer with good experience of Champions League and Uefa Cup football and is also a regular with the Belgium national team.

“Thomas is primarily a left-footed centre back, but he’s multi-functional and can also play at left back.

“He is strong technically with a positive winner’s attitude and I have no doubt his arrival will strengthen our team. Thomas Vermaelen will be a huge asset to Arsenal.”