Arsenal have bolstered their goalkeeping ranks with the signing of Illan Meslier on a free transfer. Meslier spent seven years at Leeds, making 215 appearances in all competitions, although he lost his place last season to Karl Darlow after several mistakes.He is expected to act as back-up to David Raya with former number two Kepa Arrizabalaga eager to move on in search of more regular first-team football.The 26-year-old, who was out of contract at Elland Road, told the Arsenal website: Im extremely happy. Its a great day for me because I have just joined the champions. For me, Arsenal is the biggest club in England.Im very happy and very proud to join Arsenal. I cannot wait to show the love that Ive got for this badge, and I cannot wait to win trophies with this team, becuase this is a club that needs to lift trophies again and again.more to follow Topics Arsenal F.C. Leeds United F.C. Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Bruno Guimaraes informs Newcastle of desire to join Arsenal this summer Mitch Fretton 8th July, 2026 Brazil forward Cunha defends World Cup provocation: Good to put him in his place Ben Miller 30th June, 2026 Newcastle reject Arsenals �55m bid for Guimaraes second offer expected Jon Fisher 26th June, 2026 Arsenal complete permanent signing of Hincapie Mitch Fretton 25th June, 2026 Former Arsenal midfielder Ramsey handed first full-time head coach role by Oxford Jon Fisher 23rd June, 2026 Haaland eyes France decider: Ill definitely get criticism Ben Miller 23rd June, 2026
