Arsenal have completed the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer from Leeds United. The 26-year-old French goalkeeper has signed a two-year deal with the option to extend for a further year. Meslier made 215 appearances for Leeds over seven seasons, keeping 70 clean sheets. He expressed his happiness and pride at joining "the biggest club in England" and stated he cannot wait to win trophies. Meslier, who lost his place as number one at Leeds, will initially serve as third-choice goalkeeper behind David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga. However, with doubts over Arrizabalaga's future, Meslier could be promoted to the number two role. His arrival is expected to allow 20-year-old goalkeeper Tommy Setford to leave on loan this summer.
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