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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta sets record straight on David Raya’s future after Spain revelation

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya recently claimed he would like to play in Spain during an interview with Spanish newspaper Marca…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 9:30 PM
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta sets record straight on David Raya’s future after Spain revelation
Key Things to Know
  • Mikel Arteta stated David Raya needs to remain playing for Arsenal for the next few years.
  • David Raya revealed to Marca that he would like to play in Spain's La Liga in the future.
  • Raya is under contract with Arsenal until 2028 following a permanent £27 million transfer from Brentford.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that David Raya could leave the club soon, responding light-heartedly after the goalkeeper expressed an ambition to play in La Liga. While Raya told Spanish newspaper Marca that he would love to experience playing in Spain in the future, Arteta insisted that Raya needs to stay with Arsenal for the next few years.

Raya remains under contract with the Gunners until 2028 after completing a permanent £27 million move from Brentford. The Spanish shot-stopper helped Arsenal secure the Premier League title last season and earned a nomination for the Yashin Trophy at the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony.

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