Tag: David Raya

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: David Raya #1 of Brentford FC warms up prior to a Premier League Summer Series match between Brentford FC and Fulham FC at Lincoln Financial Field on July 23, 2023. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

Arsenal to complete 4th signing, confirmed by manager

Brentford boss Thomas Frank has confirmed he expects David Raya to complete a move to Arsenal, with the goalkeeper in attendance at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford looks on during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Matt Turner gives advice to imminent Arsenal signing

Matt Turner has given some advice to incoming Arsenal signing David Raya, as the Brentford goalkeeper prepares to compete with Aaron Ramsdale.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: David Raya of Brentford warms up prior to the Premier League match between Everton FC and Brentford FC at Goodison Park on March 11, 2023 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s David Raya deal explained

David Raya is set to join Arsenal on an initial loan from Brentford with an option to buy. This report explains the details of the deal and its significance for the Gunners.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - MAY 28: Yoane Wissa and David Raya of Brentford interact after the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Manchester City at Gtech Community Stadium on May 28, 2023 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

David Raya has tattoo commemorating Arsenal defeat

David Raya is set to join Arsenal from Brentford. Fans may notice a tattoo commemorating Brentford's win over Arsenal.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: David Raya #1 of Brentford FC in action against Fulham FC during a Premier League Summer Series match at Lincoln Financial Field on July 23, 2023. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

When will David Raya be eligible to play for Arsenal?

Incoming Arsenal signing David Raya will be unable to face Nottingham Forest on Saturday, with the deal still not announced.
A member of David Raya's entourage meets Bukayo Saka

David Raya’s entourage share pictures at London Colney

Members of David Raya's entourage have shared pictures of their visit to London Colney, ahead of the goalkeeper's move to Arsenal from Brentford.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford looks on during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal set to finalise £3m loan signing – medical expected today

David Raya is set to join Arsenal on an initial loan with an option to buy, with a medical expected on Thursday to finalise the deal.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford in action during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Manchester City at Gtech Community Stadium on May 28, 2023. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal agree £25m deal – medical within 36 hours

Arsenal have agreed a deal worth an initial £25m to sign David Raya from Brentford, with the player to sign a five-year contract with an option for a sixth.
David Raya and Vitaly Janelt in the stands at Wembley watching Arsenal playing in the Community Shield (Photo via itsshemshem on Twitter)

Arsenal transfer target spotted in the stands at Wembley

Arsenal transfer target David Raya was spotted by fans in attendance at Wembley for the Community Shield on Sunday.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 06: Matt Turner celebrates after Rob Holding of Arsenal (not pictured) scored their sides second goal during the UEFA Europa League group A match between Arsenal FC and FK Bodo/Glimt at Emirates Stadium on October 06, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal reach agreement to sell 29yo to Premier League club

Arsenal and Nottingham Forest have reached an agreement for the transfer of Matt Turner, with the goalkeeper set for a medical on Monday.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford looks on during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Arsenal could complete 4th signing within 48 hours

Arsenal are close to a deal for David Raya, which could now be done within two days, with Blackburn Rovers set to profit.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: David Raya #1 of Brentford FC warms up prior to a Premier League Summer Series match between Brentford FC and Fulham FC at Lincoln Financial Field on July 23, 2023. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

Advanced Arsenal talks for 4th signing

Arsenal are in advanced talks for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya while they also try to sort the sale of Matt Turner to Nottingham Forest.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: David Raya #1 of Brentford FC in action against Fulham FC during a Premier League Summer Series match at Lincoln Financial Field on July 23, 2023. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Arsenal submit £23m bid for 27yo

Arsenal have submitted their opening bid for David Raya, worth £23m in total, with the goalkeeper telling his club he wants the move.
DOHA, QATAR: Matt Turner of USA shouts during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group B match between IR Iran and USA at Al Thumama Stadium on November 29, 2022. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Arsenal transfer could be derailed by legal action

Nottingham Forest faces potential legal action over overdue payments, casting uncertainty over the potential transfer of Matt Turner to the club.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford in action during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Manchester City at Gtech Community Stadium on May 28, 2023. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal agree personal terms for 4th signing

David Raya has reached an agreement with Arsenal on personal terms, with the player informing Brentford he wants to complete the transfer.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: David Raya #1 of Brentford FC warms up prior to a Premier League Summer Series match between Brentford FC and Fulham FC at Lincoln Financial Field on July 23, 2023. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

Arsenal bid for David Raya but won’t meet valuation

Arsenal are set to bid for David Raya, but not at the £40m valuation Brentford reportedly have on the goalkeeper.
Composite image with David Raya, Matt Turner and Auston Trusty

3 Arsenal transfers making headlines

Arsenal actively pursues transfer deals for three players, including Brentford goalkeeper David Raya and Auston Trusty from Birmingham, while negotiations continue over Matt Turner's move to Nottingham Forest.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND: David Raya of Brentford looks on during the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Nottingham Forest at Brentford Community Stadium on April 29, 2023. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

David Ornstein confirms Arsenal’s next transfer target

Arsenal are looking at a deal to sign David Raya from Brentford, though they're yet to place a bid, according to reports.
DERBY, ENGLAND: Freddie Woodman of Swansea City during the Sky Bet Championship match between Derby County and Swansea City at Pride Park Stadium on December 16, 2020. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)

Play-off final result may boost chances of Arsenal signing Freddie Woodman

Arsenal may be more likely to make a move for Freddie Woodman following the result of the Championship play-off final, according to a report.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal identify 2 Bernd Leno replacements at Brentford and Ajax

Arsenal are looking at both Andre Onana and David Raya as possible alternatives to Bernd Leno this summer, according to reports.
STEVENAGE, ENGLAND: Freddie Woodman of Swansea City looks on, where the Emirates FA Cup badge can be seen on his shirt sleeve during the FA Cup Third Round match between Stevenage and Swansea City at The Lamex Stadium on January 09, 2021. (Photo by Eddie Keogh/Getty Images)

Arsenal eye 2 goalkeepers in case Mat Ryan doesn’t work out

David Raya and Freddie Woodman are both on the list of potential summer signings in the goalkeeper position for Arsenal this summer.
Arsenal's Spanish manager Mikel Arteta (C) consoles Arsenal's Icelandic goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson (R) after the English League Cup quarter final football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium, in London on December 22, 2020. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP)

Why Arsenal need a goalkeeper as urgently as a creative midfielder

Arsenal care likely to bring in a creative midfielder in January but if we don't get another keeper we could be heading for even worse trouble.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal retain interest in Raya who has release clause next summer

Arsenal continue to hold an interest in Brentford goalkeeper David Raya, whose new contract contains a release clause for next summer.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Raya extends his contract with Brentford after Arsenal pursuit dies down

David Raya extended his contract with Brentford on Friday, with interest from Arsenal earlier in the window appearing to fade away.
CARDIFF, WALES - FEBRUARY 29: David Raya of Brentford celebrates his sides second goal scored by Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship match between Cardiff City and Brentford at the Cardiff City Stadium on February 29, 2020 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Arteta confirms Cana influence on goalkeeper signings

Mikel Arteta confirmed that goalkeeping coach Inaki Cana is playing a big role in Arsenal's goalkeeper acquisitions this month.
SANTA CLARA, CA - MARCH 23: Goal keeper Runar Alex Runarsson #24 of Iceland looks on at half time of their match against Mexico at Levi's Stadium on March 23, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Arsenal could sign Rúnarsson for £1.5m

Arsenal are still in the race for both Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson and David Raya, as they look for their Emi Martinez replacement.
BRENTFORD, ENGLAND - JULY 29: David Raya of Brentford during the Sky Bet Championship Play Off Semi-final 2nd Leg match between Brentford and Swansea City at Griffin Park on July 29, 2020 in Brentford, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Raya will submit transfer request to join Arsenal if necessary

Jaume Monell says his client David Raya will 'do what is necessary' to push a move through to Arsenal, including handing in a transfer request.

Villa make second bid for Martinez: Arsenal want a replacement first

Aston Villa have placed a second bid for Emi Martinez, but Arsenal will only let the goalkeeper leave if they can sign a replacement first.