David Raya said in an interview with MARCA that he would “love” to give La Liga a go. Mikel Arteta then addressed the subject at a press conference, saying Raya needs to stay with Arsenal for the next few years.
Raya speaks about Spain
In his interview with MARCA, Raya said he was very happy but would like to experience the Spanish league, adding that perhaps in the future he could play for a Spanish club.
Raya said: "For now, I’m very happy , but I would certainly like to experience the Spanish league. Perhaps, in the future, I could play for a Spanish club. I’m Spanish and I’d love to play there."
Arteta's press conference reply
Arteta responded to the topic at a press conference with a joke.
Arteta said: "I think David has to play in Spain at some point ... on the beach with his friends in the summer. For the next few years, he needs to play here for Arsenal ."
Contract enters final two years
Raya has entered the final two years of his Arsenal contract, which ends in June 2028.