Arsenal Sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for £5m.

Published 2025-07-01 14:28 by Austin Ivy
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Arsenal Football Club has confirmed the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea on a £5m deal. The goalkeeper, who is a Spain international, has previously played for Athletic Bilbao and Chelsea. Kepa is known for his shot-stopping ability and distribution skills.

Transfer Details
The transfer, which was officially confirmed on July 1, 2025, marks the end of Kepa’s tenure with Chelsea, a club he joined in 2018. According to the latest related news, Kepa had completed his medical with Arsenal on June 26, 2025, paving the way for the transfer. Earlier in the summer, it was reported that Arsenal were eyeing a £5m deal for Kepa, which was eventually agreed upon.

Kepa’s Reaction
Upon joining Arsenal, Kepa expressed his enthusiasm, stating that “my feeling joining this club is that we are so close to winning”. The goalkeeper had signed a new deal with Chelsea in August 2024 but was subsequently loaned to Bournemouth. It was later reported that Kepa would be departing Chelsea in the summer, with Arsenal ultimately securing his services.

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