Arsenal Signs Neto, Considers Sterling Transfer

Arsenal has signed goalkeeper Neto from Bournemouth on a season-long loan to serve as backup to David Raya after selling Aaron Ramsdale to Southampton. Neto, 35, expressed his delight at realizing a dream by joining Arsenal, although he is cup-tied for the Carabao Cup and may not play until the FA Cup in January. Ramsdale's transfer to Southampton was completed for a fee that could rise to £25 million. The Gunners had initially targeted Espanyol's Joan Garcia but were unwilling to meet his €30 million release clause. Bournemouth facilitated Neto's move by securing Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea. Arsenal is also reportedly considering signing Raheem Sterling from Chelsea.