David Raya

Born: September 15, 1995

Height: 6' 0" (183cm)

Hometown: Barcelona, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Goalkeeper
David Raya
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Career History
Senior2014-2019Blackburn Rovers
2014Southport
2019-2024Brentford
→ 2023-2024Arsenal (loan)
2024-Arsenal
Sports Mole has 1,048 articles about David Raya. Articles 1 to 40:
Spain's Lamine Yamal on September 4, 2025
Spain lineup vs. Iraq: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup warm-up fixture
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for Thursday’s friendly against Iraq ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
17:35
 Arsenal season summary collage
Arsenal 2025-26 season summary: Top scorer, best moment, new signings and full verdict on Mikel Arteta's campaign
Sports Mole provides a full 2025-26 season summary for Arsenal, including top scorer, best moment and a full verdict on Mikel Arteta’s campaign.
May 31, 11:07
 PSG-ARS XI (2)
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Arsenal: Champions League Final Combined XI
Ahead of the 2026 Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal, Sports Mole takes on the arduous task of selecting a combined XI.
May 28, 14:30
 Arsenal's David Raya and Jurrien Timber pictured on March 4, 2025
Arsenal injury, suspension list and return dates for Champions League final: Jurrien Timber, David Raya, Noni Madueke latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Arsenal's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.
May 27, 23:52
 Arsenal's David Raya celebrates on May 18, 2026
David Raya: Arsenal star dominates vote to win Premier League Goalkeeper of the Season award ahead of Senne Lammens
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya beats Manchester United's Senne Lammens to clinch the Premier League Goalkeeper of the Season prize in the 2025-26 Sports Mole Readers' Awards.
May 25, 15:30
 Bruno Fernandes composite
Bruno Fernandes: Man Utd record-breaker sees off Arsenal trio to win Premier League Player of the Season award
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes beats three Arsenal stars to claim the Premier League Player of the Season prize in the 2025-26 Sports Mole Readers' Awards.
May 25, 09:30
 Premier League Team of the Season silhouettes
Premier League 2025-26 Team of the Season: Bruno Fernandes, Declan Rice, Dominik Szoboszlai
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Season for the 2025-26 campaign, including Bruno Fernandes, Declan Rice and Dominik Szoboszlai.
May 24, 20:42
 Arsenal's David Raya on
Arsenal injury, suspension list and return dates for Crystal Palace: David Raya, Jurrien Timber, Ben White latest
Sports Mole rounds up all of Arsenal’s latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace.
May 21, 06:00
 Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya fouled by West Ham Pablo
Arsenal win the Premier League: Five games that clinched the title for Mikel Arteta
Sports Mole takes a look at the five fixtures that ultimately secured the Premier League title for Mikel Arteta and Arsenal after 22 years.
May 20, 21:36
 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka on May 18, 2026
Arsenal equal two Premier League records as Bukayo Saka emulates Thierry Henry in Burnley victory
Arsenal equal two Premier League records while Bukayo Saka emulates Thierry Henry in Monday's crucial 1-0 win over Burnley.
May 18, 22:34
 Arsenal's David Raya on
Premier League Player of the Season: David Raya eyeing history as three Arsenal stars feature among eight nominees
Three Arsenal stars feature on the eight-player shortlist for the Premier League Player of the Season award.
May 14, 17:12
 Roberto De Zerbi/David Raya composite
Arsenal receive new David Raya VAR verdict as Roberto De Zerbi makes emphatic "200%" claim
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi emphatically defends the decision to disallow West Ham United's goal in their 1-0 loss to Arsenal following Spurs' 1-1 draw with Leeds United.
May 12, 07:51
 Nuno Espirito Santo composite
West Ham 0-1 Arsenal: How Hammers will respond to controversial VAR drama as Premier League relegation looms
West Ham United will reportedly make formal contact with the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) to raise their concerns over why their last-minute goal in a 1-0 Premier League defeat to Arsenal was disallowed by VAR.
May 11, 14:00
 Mikel Areta, Pep Guardiola, Premier League trophy composite
Premier League title race: Why Arsenal's win vs. West Ham has sealed the trophy for Mikel Arteta's Gunners, doomed Man City
After Mikel Arteta's Arsenal beat West Ham United 1-0 on Sunday, Sports Mole looks at why the Premier League title may already be on its way to the Emirates Stadium.
May 10, 23:58
 David Raya/VAR/Mark Clattenburg composite
West Ham 0-1 Arsenal: How the pundits, pros and referees reacted to David Raya VAR controversy
Following Arsenal's 1-0 win at West Ham United, find out what the managers, players, pundits and former referees had to say on the David Raya VAR incident right at the death.
May 10, 21:13
 Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres and Manchester City's Abdukodir Khusanov on March 22, 2026
Man City vs. Arsenal: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Premier League rivals Manchester City and Arsenal.
Apr 19, 18:45
 Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya on March 17, 2026
David Raya vs. Europe: Will Arsenal goalkeeper be the key to Champions League success
After this week's quarter-final first legs, Sports Mole examines the remarkable statistics that place David Raya at the top of European goalkeeping following his outstanding performance against Sporting Lisbon.
Apr 9, 08:57
 Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente on November 15, 2024
Arsenal star 'ignored' by Spanish media despite sensational Gunners form, claims Luis de la Fuente
Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente says that Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya is viewed very differently in his homeland than he is in English football.
Mar 28, 15:21
 Manchester City celebrating winning the EFL Cup on March 22, 2026
Arsenal's trust issues laid bare: The key takeaways from Man City's EFL Cup final triumph
Sports Mole discusses the key talking points following Manchester City's 2-0 win over Arsenal in the EFL Cup final on Sunday.
Mar 24, 09:42
 Arsenal's Kai Havertz has a shot saved by Manchester City's James Trafford on March 22, 2026
Arsenal vs Man City: Ian Wright slams Mikel Arteta over bad decision in Carabao Cup final defeat
Arsenal legend identifies the key turning point in the Carabao Cup final as the focus shifts back to the Premier League title race.
Mar 23, 23:01
 Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta responds to criticism of his decision to select Kepa Arrizabalaga
Mikel Arteta on "crucial" Kepa mistake as Arsenal lose against Manchester City in EFL Cup final at Wembley
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta responds to criticism of his decision to use Kepa Arrizabalaga against Manchester City in the EFL Cup final on Sunday instead of David Raya.
Mar 22, 20:26
 Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya on March 17, 2026
David Raya reveals Champions League club tried to sign him before Arsenal transfer
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya reveals which Champions League club he nearly joined before his move to the Emirates Stadium.
Mar 21, 00:43
 Bruno Fernandes/Declan Rice/Igor Thiago composite
Premier League Player of the Season: Who are the favourites for this season's PFA award?
As we enter the final stages of the 2025-26 Premier League season, Sports Mole takes a look at the outstanding candidates for the PFA Player of the Season award, alongside those with an outside chance.
Mar 6, 21:17
 Mikel Arteta/Fabian Hurzeler composite
Arsenal: Watch Mikel Arteta's comical reaction to scathing Fabian Hurzeler comments after Brighton victory
Watch Mikel Arteta's reaction to Fabian Hurzeler's scathing comments about Arsenal following the Gunners' pivotal 1-0 Premier League win over Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex.
Mar 5, 07:33
 Declan Rice/Martin Odegaard/David Raya composite
Mikel Arteta confirms triple Arsenal injury boost for Brighton clash as Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard updates delivered
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms a triple injury boost for his side's trip to Brighton & Hove Albion and responds to renewed criticism over his side's set-piece tactics.
Mar 3, 15:54
 Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal during his side's match against Liverpool, on January 8, 2026
Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Gunners fail to capitalise in Premier League title race
Liverpool hold Arsenal to a goalless stalemate at the Emirates, with the Premier League title race still alive after Mikel Arteta's men drop points.
Jan 8, 22:17
 AC Milan's Lorenzo Torriani on December 4, 2025
Arsenal 'showing' transfer interest in 20-year-old AC Milan goalkeeper who previously made three penalty saves against the Gunners
Arsenal are reportedly showing an interest in signing a 20-year-old AC Milan goalkeeper who previously made three penalty saves against the Gunners.
Dec 17, 17:18
 Alisson Becker, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Emiliano Martinez
Best goalkeepers in the world: Where do David Raya, Gianluigi Donnarumma currently rank in top 10 shot-stoppers in football?
Who are the best goalkeepers in the world today? Sports Mole counts down the top 10, including Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois.
Dec 15, 12:27
 Heidenheim's Diant Ramaj on December 6, 2025
Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta wants David Raya competition as Gunners 'send scouts' to report on 24-year-old goalkeeper
Arsenal are reportedly scouting a 24-year-old Bundesliga goalkeeper as they look to find long-term competition for David Raya.
Dec 12, 19:00
 Emiliano Buendia of Aston Villa, on October 19, 2025
Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Emiliano Buendia winner gives Mikel Arteta title race nerves
Aston Villa beat Arsenal 2-1 in the Premier League at Villa Park on Saturday, and the gap at the top of table is now just three points, leaving Mikel Arteta nervous.
Dec 6, 12:22
 Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki - October 19, 2025
Arsenal transfer rumours: Gunners 'set their sights' on Serie A star linked with Bayern Munich, Milan giants
Arsenal are reportedly showing an interest in signing a Serie A goalkeeper, although they are facing competition from three European giants.
Dec 4, 14:33
 Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich scores against Arsenal on April 17, 2024
Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between familiar Champions League foes Bayern Munich and Arsenal.
Nov 24, 10:58
 Arsenal's William Saliba and Christian Norgaard pictured on September 28, 2025
Arsenal aiming to equal Man City Premier League defensive record in Crystal Palace showdown
Arsenal can equal a Premier League defensive record set by Manchester City when they welcome Crystal Palace to the Emirates for Sunday's Premier League London derby.
Oct 25, 21:18
 David Raya/Charles Watts composite
Arsenal have 'no rush' to extend David Raya's contract after Mikel Arteta's number one given bumper pay rise
There is no goalkeeper in the world better suited to this Arsenal team than David Raya, but the Gunners should be in no rush to extend his contract, expert Charles Watts tells Sports Mole.
Oct 16, 12:22
 Arsenal's David Raya and Jurrien Timber pictured on March 4, 2025
Arsenal agree 'improved contract' with £100k-a-week star as Andrea Berta repeats Leandro Trossard trick
Arsenal reportedly repeat their Leandro Trossard trick by agreeing a new contract with a pay rise for a fundamental cog in Mikel Arteta's system.
Oct 7, 15:48
 Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal celebrates after scoring on October 1, 2025
Arsenal 2-0 Olympiacos: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Gunners ease to victory
Arsenal ease past Olympiacos with a comfortable 2-0 win in the Champions League on Wednesday night, courtesy of Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka's strikes.
Oct 1, 19:59
 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka pictured on August 9, 2025
Arsenal vs. Man City confirmed lineups: Saka, Odegaard, Saliba, Stones decisions made for Premier League clash
Arsenal and Manchester City confirm their starting lineups for this afternoon’s Premier League showdown at the Emirates Stadium.
Sep 21, 15:15
 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates scoring against Pachuca on June 22, 2025
Champions League 2025-26: Most Expensive Players XI including Arsenal, Barcelona, Real Madrid stars
After several months of anticipation, the Champions League is back. Europe’s finest clubs and players come together to make their mark. Here is the XI of the most expensive players competing in the competition.
Sep 16, 16:27
 Spain's Lamine Yamal with Nico Williams on June 5, 2025
Spain lineup vs. Bulgaria: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier with Yamal, Williams to resume formidable partnership
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Spain could line up for Thursday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria.
Sep 2, 20:22
 Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres pictured on July 31, 2025
Arsenal summer transfer window 2025: Top targets, budget, most likely signings and priority positions
Sports Mole takes a deeper dive into Arsenal's summer 2025 transfer window, including top targets, budget, most likely signings and priority positions.
Sep 1, 14:00
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