London: Tunisian defender Omar Rekik joined Arsenal on Thursday. He has joined us from Bundesliga side Hertha Berlin. Omar is a centre-half who can play on both sides. Rekik is happy with his three-season stint with Hertha as it helped him to gain experience.

Talking to a website, Rekik said, "It feels great to be here after a long time of hard work. It feels great. I moved in three weeks ago and I've been in quarantine, so I can't wait to get started." He further added, "The warmth of the people and the interest that they showed in me, and of course, when a club like Arsenal is interested, I don't think anyone needs to think twice."

The 19-year-old was born in the Netherlands and he has played internationally at the youth level for Tunisia and the Netherlands. Throughout his youth career, he also spent time at Feyenoord, Manchester City, PSV Eindhoven and Marseille.

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