Arsenal Signs Brazilian Keeper Neto From Bournemouth

Arsenal have officially signed Neto from Bournemouth.

The Gunners have secured a deal for their replacement for Aaron Ramsdale. Instead of Spaniard Joan Garcia, they’ve opted for Brazilian goalkeeper Neto, who has now joined the team at the Emirates.

Ramsdale was sold to Southampton in a deal that will see Arsenal recoup most, if not all, of their original outlay on the England goalkeeper in what represents a good piece of business for a player who did not feature prominently in Mikel Arteta’s plans anymore.

A replacement had to be signed as soon as possible, however, as David Raya is currently the north London giants’ only senior option between the sticks. The original idea, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano, was to bring in Espanyol’s Joan Garcia.

Terms had been finalized with the player. However, the Liga club was adamant about their asking price, insisting that the full release clause of €25 million to €30 million be met. After a recent €20 million offer was turned down, Arsenal has opted to sign an alternative.

Arsenal sign Neto

Earlier on Friday, the shock links with Bournemouth goalkeeper Neto emerged and Arsenal have moved swiftly to close the deal before the evening deadline.

The agreement to sign the 35-year-old is complete, and the player has officially unveiled. The Brazilian has joined the Gunners on a season-long loan, with no option or obligation to buy.

Bournemouth have been keen to replace the veteran. Though he has been a good servant to the Cherries, he is statistically one of the weaker shot-stoppers in the Premier League, meaning that an upgrade had to come in.

This upgrade has already arrived in the shape of Chelsea outcast Kepa Arrizabalaga. The world’s most expensive goalkeeper was signed on Thursday on loan after extending his Blues contract until 2026.