Here We Go ✅: First Arsenal January transfer deal completed, player prepared to sign permanently, £40 million secured the deal – Announcement will be made tomorrow morning.
Arsenal is set to officially announce the permanent acquisition of David Raya in the near future, following a successful negotiation with Brentford, as reported by transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. The agreement was finalized at the Emirates Stadium.
Despite securing Aaron Ramsdale on a new three-year contract in May, valued at £120,000 per week, Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta decided to reinforce the team’s goalkeeping options during the summer transfer window.
Raya, who boasted 62 Premier League appearances and 20 clean sheets with Brentford, was brought in by Arsenal. Since his arrival in north London, he has become Arteta’s preferred choice in goal.
According to Sky Sports, Arsenal has the option to exercise a £27 million clause to convert Raya’s loan move into a permanent deal. However, certain conditions must be met in the final months of the season for the transfer to proceed.
The Gunners initially paid £3 million for Raya’s services for the 2023/24 season, and if he remains at the Emirates Stadium next season, the total cost will amount to £30 million based on the information provided in the article.
