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Arsenal set to open contract talks with 'happy' David Raya as Barcelona and Real Madrid stances revealed after goalkeeper's La Liga admission

Arsenal are preparing to launch negotiations over an extended deal for first-choice goalkeeper David Raya despite the Spaniard recently admitting he would like to play in his homeland one day. Meanwhile, neither Barcelona nor Real Madrid are expected to make an imminent move for the 31-year-old shot-stopper in upcoming transfer windows.

Arsenal set to open contract talks with 'happy' David Raya as Barcelona and Real Madrid stances revealed after goalkeeper's La Liga admission

Arsenal FC are set to initiate contract negotiations with their first-choice goalkeeper, David Raya, despite the player expressing a desire to play in his native Spain at some point. The 31-year-old goalkeeper is currently under contract until 2028 and has been performing exceptionally well at the Emirates Stadium. While there have been rumors linking him with potential moves to Barcelona and Real Madrid, both of those clubs appear unlikely to pursue him in the upcoming transfer windows due to their existing goalkeeping situation.

Arsenal management, led by head coach Mikel Arteta, is focused on securing a long-term contract for Raya, allowing him to continue contributing to the team's defensive record in the upcoming fixtures.

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