Raya joined the team in 2023 and quickly became the preferred choice between the posts, taking over from Aaron Ramsdale. Since then, he has made 105 appearances across all competitions, including 45 clean sheets.

The new contract was reportedly agreed upon earlier this summer, but the club has yet to make an official announcement. Raya's salary has been increased from £100,000 per week, although the exact new figure is not yet public.

Raya, 30, has won the Golden Glove award twice, and his consistent performance has earned him a long-term commitment from the club. He is now considered a key player, having started every Premier League game since March 2024 and missing only six league matches.

This deal is part of Arteta's efforts to build a strong team for the future, as several other players, including Leandro Trossard, William Saliba, Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Gabriel Magalhaes, have also committed to long-term contracts with the club.