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Arsenal have found their David Raya successor as Gunners eye ‘generational’ wonderkid

Arsenal are always thinking ahead and this time it looks like they’re shifting focus on to what life after David Raya might be like. Despite…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 9:16 PM
Arsenal have found their David Raya successor as Gunners eye ‘generational’ wonderkid
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal are eyeing Bayern Munich teenage goalkeeper Leonard Prescott as a future successor to David Raya.
  • The 17-year-old could reportedly be signed on a free transfer this summer when his contract expires.
  • Arsenal's interest follows David Raya's recent comments expressing a desire to play in La Liga.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Bayern Munich teenage goalkeeper Leonard Prescott as a potential long-term successor to David Raya. The Gunners are preparing for the future following recent comments from Raya expressing a desire to play in La Liga. Uncertainty surrounds Prescott's future at Bayern Munich with his contract running down this season, attracting interest from European clubs.

The 17-year-old American-born shot-stopper could reportedly be available on a free transfer next summer, subject to age-related compensation fees. Highly regarded in Germany as a generational talent, Prescott has drawn praise from Bayern youth coach Peter Gaydarov for his technical ability and composure with the ball at his feet.

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