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Arsenal signs Illan Meslier to two-year deal with option for third

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Arsenal signs Illan Meslier to two-year deal with option for third

Summary

Arsenal has secured a free transfer for goalkeeper Illan Meslier from Leeds United, signing him to an initial two-year contract with an option for a third. Meslier, 26, is expected to be the team's third-choice goalkeeper following the loan of Tommy Setford. His last senior match was in March 2025, creating uncertainty around his current form. Meslier expressed enthusiasm about joining Arsenal, noting it as a significant opportunity.

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•Meslier joins Arsenal after a free transfer from Leeds United.
•He signed a two-year contract with an option for a third year.
•Meslier is expected to be Arsenal's third-choice goalkeeper.
•His last senior appearance was in March 2025.
•Meslier expressed happiness about joining Arsenal, calling it a massive opportunity.

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Arsenal completed the free transfer addition of Illan Meslier last week, but not for quite as long as most new signings in his age bracket.Photo via Arsenal.comIn most cases, if a 26-year-old player l...
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