Inter turn to Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga after putting move for Tottenham star Guglielmo Vicario
Inter turn to Arsenal goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga after putting move for Tottenham star Guglielmo Vicario Inter Milan were close to sealing a deal to sign Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, but put the move on hold for Arsenal star Kepa Arrizabalaga. Per Gazzetta dello Sport , they are eyeing a move for the Arsenal shot-stopper to challenge Josep Martinez for a starting role, with the Tottenham number one likely deemed too expensive. Arsenal signed Arrizabalaga last summer for £5 million, and he has been an effective back-up but may take the chance to compete for a starting berth in Italy.
There is a reason they were chasing the Spurs goalie. Yan Sommer is leaving this summer, opening up an opportunity to snap up the number one shirt. They are considering approaching Arsenal as they appreciate Arrizabalaga’s profile despite almost agreeing a £17 million deal with Tottenham .
It remains to be seen if Arrizabalaga will be keen on an Arsenal exit after a very successful season in North London, which could force Inter back to the negotiating table with Spurs. Arrizabalaga is now a two-time Champions League winner, Europa League champion, and has a Premier League medal to boot. The record goalkeeper signing (£71.
5 million) has also been part of Spain’s international successes. Despite his shot-stopping flaws, he is an experienced winner and a reliable presence when it comes to penalties. He has also become more assertive when claiming aerial balls.
Arrizabalaga knows he might not get the starting berth at Arsenal ahead of David Raya, but things might be different in Italy. It will be one for him and the Gunners hierarchy to ponder. As for Spurs, whether Vicario leaves or not, they clearly need a new number one, with Antonin Kinsky expected to provide competition between the sticks.