Twist in Kepa situation as an important Chelsea clause expires
The £5 million release clause in Kepa Arrizabalaga’s Arsenal contract has expired, meaning interested clubs must now negotiate a transfer fee directly with the Gunners, who are prepared to let him leave following the signing of Illan Meslier.
The specialized release clause allowing external clubs to sign Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for a flat £5 million has officially expired.
Prospective suitors will now have to negotiate a transfer fee directly with the Gunners to secure the Spaniard’s services. Arsenal paid £5 million to sign the shot-stopper permanently from London rivals Chelsea last summer.
Arsenal are reportedly open to sanctioning Kepa’s departure should a suitable bid arise that guarantees him regular first-team football. The Gunners have already secured a replacement, completing the free transfer of former Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier.
This acquisition provides Mikel Arteta with backup for David Raya, rendering Kepa’s presence at the Emirates surplus to requirements.
