Softfootball can verify Arsenal have accomplished the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier after the Frenchman efficiently underwent his medical and signed his contract with the membership.
The transfer comes as Arsenal proceed to reshape their squad this summer season. It follows Besiktas reaching a club-to-club settlement with the Gunners to signal Leandro Trossard in a deal price €18 million plus an extra €2 million in add-ons.
The 26-year-old arrives as a free agent following the expiration of his Leeds United contract on the finish of final month, bringing vital Premier League expertise to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Meslier spent six seasons at Elland Street, making 215 appearances in all competitions and enjoying a key position in Leeds United’s promotions to the Premier League in 2020 and 2025.
The French goalkeeper is predicted to supply skilled depth on the Emirates, changing Tommy Setford as Arsenal’s third-choice goalkeeper behind David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Switch skilled Fabrizio Romano confirmed the completion of Meslier’s transfer on Wednesday morning, with the goalkeeper now set to start preparations for the 2026/27 season in North London.
