Reyes, 20, has been one of the brighest talents in Spanish football for many years and in September 2003 he made his long-awaited debut for the Spanish national team. This represents a record signing for the Gunners.

He said: "I'm the happiest man and the saddest man in the world at the same time. I'm leaving the best team in Spain to join the best team in England.

"Without a doubt this is a step forward in my career but I'm not forgetting that I'm leaving the club that I love with all my heart."

Jose Antonio Reyes
Born: 1 September 2003 (Seville)
Height: 175 cm
Weight: 71 kg
Position: Forward/Midfielder
Nationality: Spanish

Year

Club

Apps.

Goals

1999/00

Sevilla

1

0

1999/00

Sevilla B

32

1

2000/01

Sevilla

1

0

2001/02

Sevilla

29

8

2002/03

Sevilla

34

8

2003/04

Sevilla

21

5

2003/04

Arsenal

0

0


Statistics refer to league appearances/goals only