“The REAL Reason Arsenal Snatched Up Kepa Arrizabalaga!”
Kepa Arrizabalaga bid farewell to Chelsea in an emotional Instagram post, thanking the club, staff, teammates, and fans for unforgettable memories during his seven-year stint. He expressed gratitude for the experiences and titles won, including the Champions League and Europa League. The goalkeeper confirmed his departure ahead of his expected move to Arsenal, where he’ll serve as backup to David Raya.¹
Keppa Posted on Instagram:
“Thank you to the coaches, the staff, my teammates, and most of all, to you, the fans. Wearing this badge has been an honour and a source of pride.
“Now a new chapter begins, and I face it with the same passion and commitment as always. I leave with a heart full of gratitude.
“With love and respect,
K”Kepa Arrizabalaga”
Since joining Chelsea in 2018 as the world’s most expensive goalkeeper, Kepa made 163 appearances for the club, winning four titles.
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Key Details of Kepa’s Move:
- Transfer Fee: £5 million, triggered via release clause in his Chelsea contract
-Role at Arsenal:Backup goalkeeper to David Raya
Contract: Multi-year deal, terms not disclosed
Background: Kepa spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, impressing with solid performances²
Kepa’s Career Highlights with Chelsea:
- Appearances-163 games for Chelsea
-Titles Won: Four, including Champions League, Europa League, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup
-Clean Sheets-58 in his Chelsea career
Kepa joins Arsenal after being one of the most expensive goalkeepers in the world when he signed for Chelsea in 2018 for £71.6 million. The deal marks another transfer connection between Arsenal and Chelsea, with Kepa becoming the tenth player to make the switch.³