Stevenage leads race to sign Arsenal goalkeeper Tommy Setford on loan

League One side Stevenage is currently in discussions with Arsenal regarding a potential loan move for goalkeeper Tommy Setford. Negotiations are active with multiple clubs, but Stevenage is considered the current front-runner to secure the 20-year-old. The move is intended to provide the goalkeeper with regular senior playing time, which has been limited during his tenure at Arsenal. Following the recent arrival of Illan Meslier, Arsenal holds three senior goalkeepers, including David Raya and Kepa Arrizabalaga, making a temporary transfer a strategic priority for the club. Previous interest from Las Palmas regarding a move for Setford stalled, leaving a path open for a domestic loan to the League One level. Stevenage seeks a replacement as their current first-choice goalkeeper holds concurrent talks with Millwall.

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