Arsenal have announced the arrival of David Raya on loan as Mikel Arteta opts to strengthen his goalkeeping department despite some raising fears over what this means for Aaron Ramsdale
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper David Raya in a move that many feel puts Aaron Ramsdale’s long-term future at the club in doubt.
The deal to bring Raya to the Emirates is initially a season-long loan worth £3million, but includes a £27m option-to-buy clause that Arsenal are expected to activate. The Spain international signed a new two-year contract with Brentford before joining the Gunners, and the Bees have the option of extending this by 12 months.
Initially, Arsenal’s local rivals Tottenham were expected to land his signature but failed to reach an agreement with Thomas Frank’s side. Bayern Munich also registered interest, but it is believed that Raya has long had his heart set on a switch to the Emirates.
There had been an initial hope that the deal could be confirmed in time for the shot-stopper to be named in the Arsenal matchday squad for their first game of the new Premier League season against Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon.