“Kepa is a world-class goalkeeper,” said Mateo Kovacic during their Chelsea days — but nobody expected this twist.
London has turned red again. In a dramatic late twist to the summer transfer saga, Kepa Arrizabalaga is finalising a shock move to Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta set to trigger the Spanish keeper’s £5 million release clause — effectively stealing him from Chelsea’s books for pocket change.
🔴🧤 From Blue to Red: Kepa’s London Betrayal
Arsenal fans are buzzing over the news, which was first dropped by respected insider David Ornstein. The Gunners are desperate to reinforce their goalkeeper options after loaning out Neto and selling Aaron Ramsdale to Southampton, and Arteta has clearly opted for Premier League-tested Spanish steel over flashier names.
Arteta has reportedly told the board:
“We need experience, resilience, and a man who knows what pressure feels like. Kepa is ready.”
Kepa, once the world’s most expensive goalkeeper, had been written off by many after a rocky spell at Chelsea. But after 35 appearances and 9 clean sheets on loan at Bournemouth, the 30-year-old appears ready to silence critics at the Emirates.
🔁💥 Revenge or Redemption?
Chelsea fans are stunned by the move — especially since the Blues were reportedly unaware that the £5m clause would be activated so swiftly. Arsenal’s backroom team, on the other hand, worked under the radar and closed in before Barcelona or Bayern could make a move.
Arsenal had been targeting Espanyol’s Joan Garcia, but the Spanish prodigy opted to join Barcelona instead. That forced a pivot back to Kepa — who, according to insiders, had already agreed personal terms with Arsenal days ago.
The battle for the No.1 shirt is now set:
David Raya vs Kepa Arrizabalaga – two Spaniards, one Emirates throne.
“He’s not coming here to sit on the bench,” a source close to Kepa told reporters. “He’s coming to prove he belongs at the top.”
📊 Kepa Arrizabalaga – 2024/25 Stats (Bournemouth)
- Games: 35
- Minutes: 3180
- Goals Conceded: 43
- Clean Sheets: 9
⚠️ Arsenal Fans React
“£5m for a world-class keeper?! Edu masterclass again!”
“Chelsea fumbled the bag — Arteta’s cooking something insane.”
👀 What’s Next?
With Kepa signed, Arsenal’s attention now turns to other reinforcements, including Nico Williams — but insiders say Arteta may still spring one more surprise before pre-season kicks off.
