Arsenal are considering a move for Bayern Munich goalkeeper Leonard Prescott. His situation at Bayern has come under focus amid uncertainty over his contract and his pathway to regular first-team opportunities in Munich.
Arsenal join the chase
TEAMtalk understands that Arsenal are keeping close tabs on Prescott’s situation at Bayern Munich and are considering a move for him. TEAMtalk also reported that Arsenal have now joined the chase for Prescott.
Prescott is a goalkeeper at Bayern Munich. TEAMtalk understands that his contract expires at the end of the season.
Contract talks and pathway concerns
TEAMtalk reported that Bayern are struggling to agree fresh terms with Prescott and his representatives. TEAMtalk reported that a key issue appears to be difficulty for Prescott’s camp in identifying a clear route to regular first-team opportunities in Munich.
A number of German sides are understood to be interested in Prescott, according to TEAMtalk. Chelsea, Tottenham and Juventus are believed to have been long-term admirers of Prescott.
Prescott’s background
Prescott joined Bayern from Union Berlin in 2023, aged just 13. He represents Germany at international level, qualifying through his mother.
He made the first-team bench for a Bundesliga fixture earlier this year at just 16. He is still waiting to make his senior debut.
Raya’s comments on his future
David Raya has less than two years remaining on his current contract. Speaking to Marca, Raya said: "Yes, I would love to. I would love to try out LaLiga. For now, I’m very happy here, but I would certainly like to experience the Spanish league."
Speaking to Marca, Raya said: "I think it’s a very competitive league. Perhaps, in the future, I could play for a Spanish club. I’m Spanish, and I’d love to play there – that’s for sure." TEAMtalk said Raya’s comments do not suggest an imminent departure and that he made clear he remains happy at Arsenal.