Arsenal reach agreement to sign Brentford goalkeeper David Raya as Aaron Ramsdale reacts
Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign Brentford goalkeeper David Raya, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Spain international was keen on the move from the get-go and has since agreed personal terms with the Gunners.
The London clubs are now preparing the official documents, with a medical expected to take place this week.
Raya is coming in to provide current Arsenal first-choice goalie Aaron Ramsdale with much-needed competition, and it appears the England international is relishing the battle.
ITV posted a clip of his reaction after he was asked what he thinks about the potential arrival of a new goalkeeper, and his reaction is brilliant.
The fans will love such a reaction as it shows the mentality of the player, and it will be interesting to see how things go between the duo.
Gunners manager Mikel Arteta wants competition for every position in the starting XI, and bringing in Raya is great business for the club as they look to dominate the Premier League and impress in Europe.
The Spaniard is very comfortable on the ball, can easily pick up a player with his long passes and will help the team with their style of play.
Ramsdale is expected to start the new Premier League campaign retaining his starting berth, but he now has one of the best goalies in the division breathing down his neck and cannot to make any errors going forward.
Arsenal need all the quality depth they can get if they are to mount a stronger title challenge and win major silverware this season.
They have already strengthened their attack by signing Kai Havertz, strengthened their midfield by signing Declan Rice and strengthened their defence with the addition of the versatile Jurrien Timber.
Having a squad two-deep across every department means they mean business, and there is no more room for complacency at the North London club.
