Alexis Sanchez hails 'spectacular' Santi Cazorla, but admits he has been 'surprised' by the quality of Arsenal's squad
Chilean says he did not know much about the team before his £35m move
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Your support makes all the difference.Alexis Sanchez has praised "spectacular" team-mate Santi Cazorla, but has admitted that overall he has been "surprised" by the quality in Arsenal's squad.
The Chile international has excelled for the Gunners in his first season in England after joining from Barcelona for £35m last summer, scoring 22 goals.
Sanchez scored both goals against Reading on Saturday in 2-1 FA Cup semi-final win as the Gunners look to retain their FA Cup title.
“When I arrived at the club I didn't know the players that well, but I was really surprised by everyone's quality,” he told arsenal.com.
“I am not saying this just because it's my obligation to do it as a club player. Every Arsenal footballer has amazing quality. Being part of a team like this makes me very proud. I am willing to win many titles here.
“Santi Cazorla is a spectacular player. You never know whether he will kick the ball with his right or left foot. Also, he moves with short but quick strides, which is a remarkable trademark too.
“Although I knew about his quality, playing alongside him makes me very happy."
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