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Arsenal make their first signing of the summer

Kepa Arrizabalaga previously played for Chelsea, Real Madrid and AFC Bournemouth
Kepa Arrizabalaga previously played for Chelsea, Real Madrid and AFC Bournemouth (Getty Images)
  • Arsenal have signed goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea on a three-year deal for a reported fee of around £5 million.
  • Kepa spent the 2023/24 season on loan at Real Madrid and previously became the world's most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Chelsea in 2018.
  • Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence that Kepa will provide strong competition for fellow goalkeeper David Raya.
  • Kepa stated his excitement to join Arsenal, citing the club's ambition and desire to win.
  • The transfer is subject to the completion of regulatory processes, and Arsenal is also pursuing other midfield reinforcements.
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