Meslier Reveals 'Anger' at Leeds Situation as Arsenal Transfer Confirmed
The 26-year-old French goalkeeper joins as cover behind David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga, with Arsenal exploring options amid uncertainty over the backup role.
- On Thursday, Arsenal announced the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds on a two-year contract. The 26-year-old joins on a free transfer.
- Meslier spent seven years at Leeds, making 215 appearances before losing his starting role to Karl Darlow during the 2024/25 season following Lucas Perri's £16 million arrival.
- During his time in West Yorkshire, the Frenchman kept 70 clean sheets but saw performance levels decline recently. He enters this chapter with "anger and determination" to prove his ability.
- Meslier joins as third-choice behind David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga, while teenage goalkeeper Tommy Setford departs the Gunners on loan this summer.
- "I cannot wait to win trophies" with "the biggest club in England," Meslier said, viewing the move as a massive opportunity to help Arsenal lift silverware again.
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