Arsenal also wanted J. Mucha, he almost signed with Kayserispor

Jozef Tokos (agent of Ján Mucha Jr.): "Arsenal’s scouts watched Janko in several matches during the autumn. They identified him as one of two goalkeepers they were considering signing, with the addition that Mucha was the priority."

Several top clubs from Europe’s strongest football countries were interested in Slovak goalkeeper Ján Mucha Jr. Among them, Arsenal London stood out. However, the 27-year-old native of Belá nad Cirochou decided for English side Everton, where he will play from July this year.

Jozef Tokos had to weigh up many different factors during the winter transfer period. "The criteria we considered in the transfer were: the level of the league, the likelihood of playing regularly, the financial side of the contract, as well as quality of life in the given country or city. There was really big interest in Janko from various clubs. I can confirm Arsenal London. Arsenal’s scouts watched Janko in several matches during the autumn. They identified him as one of two goalkeepers they were considering signing, with the addition that Mucha was the priority. In November I then had a meeting with Arsenal representatives in England, where I discussed all the important details. After that, I was only waiting for one phone call – but it never came," continued Jozef Tokos.

The former goalkeeper of Inter Bratislava, Humenné, and Žilina will most likely play the spring part of this season with his current club, Polish side Legia Warsaw. However, a loan until the end of this season is still an option.

Jozef Tokos added in conclusion: "I believe Janko will establish himself in the Premier League after a successful World Cup, and I wish him all the best." Mucha will compete for the No. 1 goalkeeper spot at Everton with American international Tim Howard. He signed a three-year contract with the club, currently 10th in the Premier League 2009/2010 season.