Arsenal officially announced the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga de Chelsea for reported costs of 5 million pounds sterling, adding an important depth and experience at their goalkeeper service before a crucial 2025/26 campaign.
The Spanish international will wear shirt No. 13 at the Emirates stadium while he starts a new chapter under Mikel Arteta.
The 30 -year -old arrives in northern London in Chelsea, ending a move to the Gunners to become their second goalkeeper behind David Raya.
Kepa will provide quality competition for the current goalkeeper of Arsenal’s first choice while becoming their goalkeeper for the Cup competitions when Raya is rested.
Kepa is delighted to join Arsenal
Speaking upon his arrival, Kepa expressed his optimism about the management of Arsenal, declaring:
“I think we are so close to winning.”
His words reflect growing confidence in the Arsenal camp while the Gunners are preparing for another title after finishing in second position for three seasons in a row.
Mikel Arteta welcomed the addition, highlighting the value that Kepa will bring to the team:
“He brings a wealth of experience, from which his teammates will benefit and have a real hunger to win.”
Arsenal Sporting director Andrea Berta also commented on the signature, stressing why the timing was good for the club and the player:
“Kepa knows that this is an exciting period to be in Arsenal.”
The artillerymen add an essential depth in the team
With the Gunners in competition for the Premier League and the Champions League titles next season, the addition of experienced depth to their team was very crucial this summer and they did exactly that.
The agreement, concluded for a modest 5 million pounds sterling, is considered an intelligent company by Arsenal, signing a player with a experienced experience in the Premier League at a time when the depth of the squad is crucial to compete at the highest level.
Fans will be impatient to see how the Spanish goalkeeper fits into the configuration of Arteta during the pre-season while the Gunners are preparing for the new season.
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