The official name recently floated on the rumor mill has been that of the Spanish shot-stopper and Chelsea custodian Kepa Arrizabalaga. Until recently, Kepa has gone through almost every extreme situation in his career rollercoaster. The 2018-19 period, anyway, saw his signing by Chelsea, said to be the most expensive goalkeeper at the time.
Aaron Ramsdale has been the number-one choice beyond dispute.
At least initially, there were good performances, but then inconsistency slowly crept in. When there is a spotlight on down months, glaring errors start piling up, and he even lost his starting place to Édouard Mendy. There were even rumors about a turnaround under Pochettino, making it rather unclear if Kepa is really a Chelsea player, ultimately leading to talks about a move to Arsenal. View from Arsenal: goalkeeping glances menacing and promising. Aaron Ramsdale has been the number-one choice beyond dispute.
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Why Would Kepa Arrizabalaga Considered by Arsenal?
Kepa has much on his shoulder that could incense Arsenal’s interest. Firstly, he has experience in England and, thus, any great keeper would have at least a smattering of background on the Premier League. Kepa can claim that he has competed at that level at least once or twice over several years. Such an experience is greatly valuable for a side that is set to challenge for the title.
Lastly, Kepa excels in shot-stopping. On a good day, he performs some magnificent saves. Arsenal’s defense is quite good, though, on some occasions, a key save from a goalkeeper is enough to decide if the team gets three points or just one.
In terms of finances, one would surely deem his worth has taken a downward tick; therefore, in effect, he is still a cheaper option than most others. Chelsea would be the kind that wants to get rid of him for next to nothing in case they do need to balance their books. From that perspective, Arsenal can consider grabbing him for the good of the team without straining their pockets.
Challenges and Considerations or Kepa Arrizabalaga
There are some challenges, though, that come with the opportunity for Kepa: the collision of inconsistencies that have always plagued his career. The Gunners want to put their trust in a goalkeeper, which brings Kepa’s capability of performing at the highest level regularly into question.
Goalkeepers need a bruised mentality. Kepa was always under criticism and pressure throughout his career. The constant scrutiny that must be inside the Gunners must have helped him develop some sort of internal strength.
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Thus, the situation gets complicated with the presence of Aaron Ramsdale and David Raya. Ramsdale currently retains the number one position; one can almost see how the arrival of Kepa could create tension within the dressing room. Arteta must have handled the sticking goalkeeping situation with utmost care so as to avoid friction that might arise amongst the players.
Authors Opinion
An experienced Premier League-level shot-stopper brings concerns of incompatibilities that may arise from this situation. The situation gets complicated with the presence of Aaron Ramsdale and David Raya. Ramsdale currently retains the number one position; one can almost see how the arrival of Kepa could create tension within the dressing room.
Conclusion
It is a tangled situation; potential rewards and significant pitfalls lie on both sides in the case of Kepa Arrizabalaga moving to Arsenal. Inconsistent has always been his Achilles Heel; however, an experienced Premier League-level shot-stopper brings concerns of incompatibilities that may arise from this situation
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