Arsenal have reportedly completed the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea.
The announcement was made on the club’s official website with the goalkeeper making the move across London.
“Spanish international goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has joined the club,” Arsenal said in a statement.
“The 30-year-old has won major honours for clubs and his country, and is vastly experienced in the Premier League with 140 appearances to his name.
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“Kepa arrives from Chelsea, having spent the last two seasons on loan at Real Madrid and Bournemouth, and joins us to reinforce our goalkeeping unit.
“Hailing from the north of Spain, he began his career with Athletic Bilbao, joining their academy aged 10 and progressing to the first team via spells with Basconia and Bilbao Athletic.
“He also spent valuable time on loan with Ponferradina and Real Valladolid before establishing himself with Athletic Club as one of the top goalkeepers in his homeland.
“In August 2018, Kepa became the world’s most expensive goalkeeper when he joined Chelsea, and during his time in west London he was part of the squads that lifted the Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup.
“In 2023/24, he returned to Spain to join Real Madrid on loan and played his part as the club went on to win the Champions League and Spanish Super Cup. Kepa then spent last season with Bournemouth, making 35 appearances in all competitions.”
The Spaniard becomes the third player in just three summer windows to make the move from Stamford Bridge to the Emirates following the arrival of Kai Havertz on a £65 million deal ahead of the 2022-23 season and Raheem Sterling, who arrived on a temporary switch last campaign.
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