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First £100m goalkeeper! Man City or Chelsea tipped to make history as former Premier League shot-stopper makes record-shattering transfer prediction

Premier League heavyweights from Stamford Bridge already top that chart, having splashed out £71.6m ($84m) on Kepa Arrizabalaga in 2018. Little return was seen on that investment, with the Blues having worked through several more shot-stoppers before ending up on World Cup winner Emi Martinez.

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Arsenal quietly dropped an unpopular Kepa Arrizabalaga hint

The games keep coming thick and fast for Arsenal, specifically matches on the road. Currently in the midst of four successive away matches, the Gunners will travel to Portman Road to take on Ipswich Town in the EFL Cup on Tuesday night.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 7

Arsenal fans have now had enough of Kepa – Do you want him gone as well?

Kepa Arrizabalaga is Arsenal’s second-choice goalkeeper, but recent performances have raised further questions about whether he can be relied upon if David Raya is unavailable during the season.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 6

Is Kepa good enough to be Arsenal’s number 2?

Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal last summer and served as the club’s second-choice goalkeeper during the 2025/2026 season as they won the league. However, there is an argument that Arsenal may not have achieved the same success had he been the first-choice goalkeeper at the Emirates.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8

Kepa Arrizabalaga reacts to Arsenal Meslier agreement

Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign Illan Meslier as a free agent after he left Leeds United this summer, and Kepa Arrizabalaga now wants to leave the Emirates, according to the BBC.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Arsenal man tells them he now wants to leave

Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal last summer from Chelsea, but he has played in just one league match for them since making the move, and he now wants to leave, according to Team Talk, as his situation at the club has developed in a way he did not anticipate.

Leeds United News / Caught Offside / July 3

Recent Arsenal signing has already informed them he wants to leave, exit now increasingly likely

Arsenal’s backup goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has reportedly informed the club that he wants to leave for more first-team football. A transfer now looks increasingly likely for the Spanish shot-stopper, who only joined the Gunners from Chelsea last summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 2

Arsenal man looking for a new club after just one season at the Emirates

Kepa Arrizabalaga is set to leave Arsenal this summer, just a year after joining the Gunners from Chelsea, after reportedly opening the door to a move away, according to Metro Sport.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / June 5

Two La Liga clubs fighting for Arsenal’s backup star

Kepa Arrizabalaga is attracting interest from both Sevilla and Villarreal during the summer transfer window as uncertainty surrounds his future at Arsenal.

Arsenal FC News / Athlon Sports / March 22

Mikel Arteta Defends Picking Kepa Arrizabalaga Over David Raya In EFL Cup Final

One of the Arsenal players who is heavily blamed for their 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the EFL Cup Final is second-choice goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / March 23

What opposition players did to Kepa after Arsenal final loss

There was a notable moment of sportsmanship involving Kepa Arrizabalaga after Arsenal’s 2-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final, with players from both sides offering support following the final whistle at Wembley.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 22

Report claims Kepa set to start Carabao Cup final

Kepa Arrizabalaga is set to remain in goal for Arsenal when they face Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final this afternoon, despite suggestions that David Raya could be selected.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 22

Merson believes Arsenal should stick with fringe player for the Carabao Cup final

Kepa Arrizabalaga has been Arsenal’s starting goalkeeper in the Carabao Cup this season, and the Spaniard has helped them reach the final. The Gunners are determined to win the trophy, and it would not be a surprise if David Raya starts in goal in the final against Manchester City tomorrow.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 19

Should Kepa start for Arsenal against Man City in Carabao Cup final?

Kepa Arrizabalaga has served as Arsenal’s primary goalkeeper in the EFL Cup this season, and the Spaniard could retain his place between the posts when they face Manchester City on Sunday.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / March 7

'Special kids' Kepa praises Arsenal’s youngsters in Mansfield win

Kepa Arrizabalaga has expressed admiration for the performances of Max Dowman and Marli Salmon after Arsenal defeated Mansfield in the FA Cup this afternoon.

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Soccer News / Talk Chelsea / February 4

'Absolutely crazy' – Gary Neville stunned by what he saw Chelsea do against Arsenal

Gary Neville has admitted he was stunned by Chelsea’s tactics in added time against Arsenal on Tuesday evening. The Blues crashed out of the Carabao Cup after a 1-0 defeat saw them lose the semi final 4-2 on aggregate over two legs.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / November 25

‘You would need to ask him’ Lee Dixon baffled by one Arsenal summer transfer

Kepa Arrizabalaga entered the Premier League as the most expensive goalkeeper in football history when he joined Chelsea, a move that carried significant expectation.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 31

Kepa reveals why he considers his first home start perfect

Kepa Arrizabalaga marked his home debut for Arsenal with a confident display in their League Cup victory over Brighton. The Spanish goalkeeper, who joined the Gunners during the summer, played an important role in ensuring his side maintained control and secured a clean sheet on the night.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 11

Kepa reveals player he spoke to a lot before he completed his move to Arsenal

Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal in the summer transfer window, arriving as an experienced and reliable backup to first-choice goalkeeper David Raya. The Spanish shot-stopper, who previously played for Chelsea, has represented some of Europe’s biggest clubs, bringing a wealth of experience to the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / October 8, 2025

Kepa admits he was nervous ahead of his first Arsenal game

Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal during the summer as one of the most experienced additions to their squad. While his time at Chelsea is often viewed critically due to the substantial transfer fee paid by the Blues, the Spanish goalkeeper has nonetheless enjoyed a notable career.

Soccer News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / May 24, 2025

Kepa Arrizabalaga's Chelsea future: Bournemouth confirm summer transfer plan

Kepa Arrizabalaga is set to leave Chelsea this summer and Bournemouth's transfer plan has been revealed. Prior to joining AFC Bournemouth on loan last summer, Kepa penned a one-year extension at Chelsea until June 2026 to allow him to depart for a season and for the Blues to maintain some transfer value.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / March 28, 2025

Kepa Arrizabalaga names Liverpool player ‘in good form’ as toughest opponent he’s faced

Kepa Arrizabalaga has faced Liverpool on many occasions but it seems clear that one man stands above the rest for him, in terms of players played against.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / March 21, 2025

Chelsea set to free up wage bill as world-record player nears exit

Bournemouth are reportedly ready to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on a permanent deal this summer. According to The Telegraph, the shot-stopper, often criticised during his time at Chelsea, is currently on loan at the Vitality Stadium after spending last season at Real Madrid.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / December 10, 2024

Forgotten Chelsea player wants to return to the club after loan spell this season

One player who many Chelsea fans have already forgotten about and have assumed that they have seen the last of, wants to return at the end of the season.

Chelsea FC News / Football Espana / August 24, 2024

Kepa Arrizabalaga offered Premier League transfer route out of Chelsea

Premier League side Bournemouth could make a transfer move for Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. Kepa returned to Chelsea this summer, following a season long loan at Real Madrid, in the 2023/24 season.