Kepa Arrizabalaga has left Chelsea to join Arsenal on a £5m deal, the Spanish goalkeeper has confirmed. The transfer marks the end of his tenure with the Blues.
Transfer Details
According to the reports, the deal is worth £5m. Kepa has now joined the Gunners, a move that was speculated upon in the past. As reported on June 5, Arsenal were eyeing a £5m deal for Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Player Background
Kepa is a goalkeeper who has previously played for Athletic Bilbao. He is known for his shot-stopping abilities. During his time at Chelsea, Kepa was loaned out to Bournemouth in August 2024, a move that was confirmed on August 29. Prior to this loan, he signed a new deal with Chelsea.
Recent Developments
Kepa completed his medical with Arsenal on June 26, paving the way for the transfer. The goalkeeper was ineligible to play against Chelsea during his loan spell at Bournemouth, as per the loan agreement, which was reported on September 13, 2024.