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Mikel Arteta warned by Man Utd legend over Arsenal transfer that will cause problems

Arsenal are set to sign David Raya on loan from Brentford as Mikel Arteta eyes competition for first-choice goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale ahead of their Premier League opener

Peter Schmeichel has warned Mikel Arteta that competition in the goalkeeper position could cause a “bad atmosphere in the dressing room” as Arsenal close in on the signing of David Raya.

The Gunners have reached an agreement to sign the Brentford shot-stopper on loan for £3million, with an option to buy for £27m should they wish. That is only an option rather than an obligation and the Bees have agreed a contract extension with Raya in case Arsenal do not activate it.

Raya is set to undergo a medical with the Gunners on Thursday as Arsenal look to ensure the Spaniard is available for their Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest. Many have praised Edu and Arteta for the way they have sown up the deal, but others are not so sure.

Ex-Manchester United ‘keeper Schmeichel has been left perplexed at the choice to sign Raya – and admitted he does not understand why Arsenal need competition for Aaron Ramsdale. Raya’s imminent move is set to follow Matt Turner’s switch to Forest, which was confirmed on Wednesday.

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