Overview
- Raya told Sky Sports he was "very, very close" to joining Bayern Munich before Arsenal stepped in with a bid.
- Arsenal initially signed him on loan for 2023/24, then completed a reported £27m permanent transfer in July 2024.
- He has become Arsenal’s No. 1 with standout saves, including in the win over Bayer Leverkusen and against Everton.
- Mikel Arteta praised him as "absolutely amazing" after the Champions League victory over Leverkusen.
- Discussion continues over the Carabao Cup final starter, with Kepa Arrizabalaga having featured in the competition and Paul Merson urging Arteta to pick him.