Vela sets lofty target

Carlos Vela has set his sights on winning the Premier League title in his first season at Arsenal.

The Mexican has been on Arsenal’s books for three years, but they were forced to farm him out on loan due to work permit issues.

The 19-year-old flourished in Spain and Gunners chief Arsene Wenger brought him back to North London as soon as he was given the green light by the home office.

Arsenal have come up short in recent seasons, but the green shoots of recovery were in evidence last term and Vela is keen to take the club back to the summit.

”I believe that this team can do very well and I think that we can compete for the title,” said Vela.

”I am hopeful that when this season is over we can look back and be satisfied with what we achieve.”