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Arsenal’s David Raya replacement is already in England; Mikel Arteta wanted him last summer

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Arsenal is considering replacing David Raya, after he expressed a desire to play in La Liga, with Aston Villa's Zion Suzuki already being watched by the club. Suzuki has impressed with his distribution and saves, including a recent win over Manchester City. Arsenal had previously looked at Suzuki when he was at Parma.

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Arsenal’s David Raya replacement is already in England; Mikel Arteta wanted him last summer
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Arsenal is considering replacing David Raya, after he expressed a desire to play in La Liga, with Aston Villa's Zion Suzuki already being watched by the club. Suzuki has impressed with his distribution and saves, including a recent win over Manchester City. Arsenal had previously looked at Suzuki when he was at Parma.

Suzuki's performance for Villa has been notable, with 45 passes from the back and six saves against Manchester City. His distribution is considered second to none, with both hands and feet, making him a strong candidate to replace Raya. Arsenal views Villa as a selling club, making Suzuki a potential target.

While Bayern's Leonard Prescott is also being looked at by Arsenal as a potential future replacement for Raya, Suzuki is considered a more immediate option. Suzuki is already in England, making him a more straightforward choice. The club is also keeping an eye on other top goalkeepers around Europe.

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Arsenal will have an element of concern over recent comments from David Raya. Raya has spoken of a desire to play in La Liga at some point in his career and his comments will have turned some heads at The Emirates. “Right now, I’m very happy at Arsenal, but it’s true that I’d love to play in La Liga one day. It’s a very competitive league. Arsenal are now looking at Bayern’s Leonard Prescott, while the club will also have eyes on other top goalkeepers around Europe if Raya does decide he wants out.

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