David Raya open to future La Liga move despite Arsenal commitment

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya says he would like to play in La Liga before ending his career, although he remains happy at the Emirates Stadium and is under contract with the Premier League club until 2028.

The Spain international is still Mikel Arteta’s first-choice goalkeeper, having become one of the Premier League’s most dependable players since joining Arsenal from Brentford. However, Raya has not ruled out a return to his homeland at some point in the future.

“Yes, I would love to. I would love to try out La Liga,” Raya told Marca. “For now, I’m very happy here, but I would certainly like to experience the Spanish league.”

Raya, 31, added: “I think it’s a very competitive league. Perhaps, in the future, I could play for a Spanish club. I’m Spanish, and I’d love to play there, that’s for sure.”

The goalkeeper has made 114 appearances for Arsenal in all competitions since his move from Brentford. During that time, he has kept 52 clean sheets and conceded 89 goals.

Raya also played an important part in Arsenal’s Premier League and Community Shield successes last season.

Despite his interest in experiencing football in Spain, his immediate future remains linked to Arsenal, where his current contract runs until 2028. His performances have established him as a key part of Arteta’s side and ensured he continues to occupy the club’s first-choice goalkeeping position.

Raya’s comments leave open the possibility of a future move to La Liga, but he stressed that he is currently content with life at Arsenal.