Arsenal Agree Personal Terms for Second Summer Signing Amid Goalkeeping Chaos
Arsenal have agreed personal terms with their second summer signing, with the intent to replace a player who could be leaving the club. The Gunners have been quietly working behind the scenes to reinforce their squad, and this deal is a significant step in the right direction.
So far, Arsenal have only brought in Italy and Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori for a fee of £42 million. However, they’re determined to make more additions before the transfer window slams shut. One area where they’re keen to strengthen is the goalkeeper position, which has been thrown into turmoil following Aaron Ramsdale’s potential exit.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims that Arsenal have verbal agreement with Espanyol’s Joan Garcia, who could arrive at the Emirates Stadium as David Raya’s understudy. In the event that Ramsdale leaves, Garcia would provide a capable and experienced alternative between the sticks. Espanyol are said to be aware of Arsenal’s interest and see the Spaniard as a valuable addition to their squad.
However, Ramsdale’s future at Arsenal is far from certain. Wolves have made a proposal to sign the England international on loan with an option to buy, a deal that would see them cover the majority of his wages. Ramsdale has also been linked with Ajax, although Arsenal rejected their advances earlier in the transfer window. Southampton are also monitoring Ramsdale’s situation, and could launch a bid for the goalkeeper if Arsenal decide to cash in.
This situation has arisen due to Ramsdale’s inconsistent form last season. The 24-year-old goalkeeper signed for Arsenal in 2021 for £30 million, and has since established himself as a reliable choice. However, he was displaced by David Raya at the start of last season and has since struggled to regain his starting spot.
Arsenal’s goalkeeping situation is reaching a critical point, and they’ll need to make a decision soon to sort out their priorities. If they decide to keep Ramsdale, it could limit their ability to pursue other targets. On the other hand, if they sell Ramsdale, they’ll need to bring in a suitable replacement to provide competition for David Raya.
Keep an eye on this situation, as we’ll be bringing you all the latest updates as they unfold. Follow us on all social media platforms for more news and transfer updates!