Gervinho, 24, today completed his transfer from Lille, for what is understood to be an £11million fee, and will link up with the rest of the squad who have returned from a successful Asia tour.
Gervinho caught the eye of Arsenal, as his 18 goals spearheaded Lille's drive towards a Ligue 1 and Coupe de France title double.
The Ivory Coast forward maintains the opportunity to work with Arsene Wenger was too good an opportunity to pass up once Arsenal's interest was confirmed.
"When you are young, you always want to improve, to work with great managers - and Arsene Wenger is one of the best in the world.
"I think that with him, I will become a much better player, and he was very important in my choice to sign here.
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"I came here because I believe that he can improve my game and help me reach another level, but the most important thing for me is that I bring a lot to the team for whom I am playing.
"I want to use my time here at Arsenal to develop my strengths.
"I know English football is harder and I might need a bit of time at the start, but ultimately it is down to me to raise my game and adapt.
"With the help of the team, I hope I can do that quickly," Gervinho told ArsenalPlayer.
"I will prepare well to be ready by the start."