Arsenal is on the brink of finalising a deal for 27-year-old David Raya, with reports indicating that the London club has reached a £31.5 million agreement with Brentford.
Previously, the Spanish goalkeeper was available for transfer, but the initial demands from his club were deemed unrealistic by potential suitors. However, as the transfer window edges towards closure, Brentford has adjusted their asking price to approximately £30 million, which is a reasonable offer, especially considering Raya’s contract concludes next summer.
Having garnered interest from various Premier League teams, the goalkeeper made the decision not to extend his contract with Brentford.
All things considered, Brentford seems content with profiting from the goalkeeper’s transfer.
Arsenal has secured the services of a goalkeeper who has a more prominent reputation in England compared to his home country. Nonetheless, Raya has recently earned a call-up to the Spanish national team.
While challenging Aaron Ramsdale for the established number-one position, the Spaniard presents manager Mikel Arteta with a welcome selection dilemma.