Arsenal have activated their option to buy David Raya from Brentford for £27m, a move that follows a highly successful loan spell last season. Raya’s impressive performances have secured him a permanent place at the Gunners.
Raya’s stellar performance
David Raya made a significant impact last season, making 41 appearances in all competitions and keeping 20 clean sheets. His stellar performances earned him the Premier League Golden Glove award, with 16 clean sheets in the league. Daily Mail“The Spaniard replaced Aaron Ramsdale as Arsenal’s first-choice goalkeeper and fits in with the way manager Mikel Arteta wants to play.”
Future perspectives
Raya is currently away with Spain at Euro 2024, a tournament in which he has only made one appearance so far. Despite this, his future at Arsenal looks bright. The 28-year-old is still listed on the club’s website, accompanied by a photo of himself in the new shirt, although Arsenal have yet to formally announce his signing.
Raya’s Journey
Raya’s career has been remarkable. After starting his career at Blackburn, he joined Brentford in 2019. During his time at Brentford, Raya made 161 appearances and was instrumental in helping the team gain promotion to the Premier League in 2021. His consistent performances have made him a valuable asset for Arsenal.
Hein’s new contract
In other news, Arsenal’s third-choice goalkeeper Karl Hein recently signed a new contract with the club. This move ensures that the Gunners have more options in goal, with Raya leading the way.
With Raya’s arrival, Arsenal’s defence is expected to be stronger than ever. His ability to keep clean sheets and Premier League experience will certainly be beneficial to the Gunners as they aim for glory next season.