David Raya has recently reaffirmed his confidence in the Arsenal squad following a couple of tough results, emphasizing that the team remains “full of faith” despite their disappointment.
Romano reported on their x handle;
David Raya on Arsenal recent defeats: “We are disappointed with the results, with the two losses…
…but we are full of faith in ourselves and the squad is really, really good.
. He specifically highlighted the “massive, massive role” played by Mikel Arteta and his coaching staff in managing morale during difficult moments.
Romano went further to report via his official x handle
David Raya: Arteta and his staff play a massive, massive role for us.
They know what we need and what we want when, obviously, there’s a defeat. We lost two important games but not so many games. We are on it.
Arsenal have reportedly rewarded Raya with an improved contract and higher salary to reflect his status as a world-class goalkeeper. The deal runs until June 2028, with weekly wages reportedly increasing from £100,000 to around £150,000, underscoring his importance to the Gunners.
Softfootball has reported that Raya’s consistency has been a cornerstone of Arsenal’s defense. In March 2026, he made a spectacular late save against Chelsea, denying an Alejandro Garnacho shot that took a deflection, securing a 2-1 victory.
Following that match, Arteta praised Raya as one of the squad’s “leaders,” highlighting his ability to remain focused even during long periods without action.
Since his debut in September 2023, Raya has kept more clean sheets (33) than any other Premier League goalkeeper. His performances, leadership, and resilience under pressure continue to make him a key figure in Arsenal’s ambitions this season.
