Arsenal's latest arrival Rob Holding says the chance for young players to break into Arsene Wenger's first team convinced him to leave Bolton for the Gunners, reports the London Evening Standard.

When asked how important the Gunners' policy of promoting young players was to his decision, the 20 year old told the club's official website: "It gives young players a massive boost.

"They know that if they work hard and stick to what they know, they'll get the chance. It's what we work for.

"It's a massive club to have signed for. It's something you dream of as a kid, so I can't wait to get started.

"I was over the moon - I couldn't believe it at first because of the size of the club. It was just a long way to get it done and get down here."

Asked about his preferred position, Holding said: "Definitely centre-back. I felt more at home at centre-back than I was at right-back."

Bolton's player of the season faces a tough challenge to earn a starting role - but he is eager to prove his quality.

"There's massive competition here and it will only improve me," he said.

"It will push me to new boundaries and hopefully I can prove my worth.

"It gives you more chance of getting in the team, the more positions you can cover. If they need me to play anywhere along the back, I'll be more than happy to do so."

Holding believes that Arsenal's style of play suits him, saying: "The way they pass it, those sharp one-twos around the box - I've watched them on the TV mainly.

"I've never been down to London. They've always played nice football; they've got a reputation for playing nice football. That suits me and hopefully I can bring what I do."