Mikel Arteta opens up on his decision to sign David Raya

Mikel Arteta has explained he signed David Raya because he wanted to improve in the goalkeeping position.

Raya surprisingly arrived at the Emirates last summer on an initial loan deal from Brentford which is expected to be made permanent at the end of the season for a reported £27m.

The Spaniard replaced Aaron Ramsdale in goal after the first four Premier League games and has been Arteta’s number one since.

Arteta explains why he signed Raya

Arteta surprised many when he...