Arsenal star set to leave as Mikel Arteta closes in on summer signing

Illan Meslier is set to join Arsenal on a free transfer (Picture: Getty)

Arsenal are on the verge of signing free agent Illan Meslier, with Kepa Arrizabalaga exploring his options and looking to leave the club after only one year.

Meslier allowed his contract with Leeds to run down and is available on a free transfer this summer.

The 26-year-old Frenchman spent six seasons at Elland Road and made a total of 215 appearances in all competitions for the club, while helping the side win two promotions to the Premier League in 2020 and 2025.

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