David Raya Martín is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Arsenal in the Premier League and represents the Spain national team. Renowned for his exceptional distribution, command of the penalty area, consistency, and sharp shot-stopping, he has developed a reputation as one of the most reliable and technically adept goalkeepers in modern football.

A product of the Blackburn Rovers academy after moving to England as a teenager, Raya established himself in the Championship before earning a move to Brentford, where his performances were central to the club’s promotion to the Premier League. His ability to play out from the back, sweep aggressively behind the defensive line, and launch precise long passes made him a standout in the division.

Raya joined Arsenal initially on loan before securing a permanent transfer, quickly integrating into Mikel Arteta’s possession-oriented system. At both club and international level, he is valued for his calmness under pressure and his tactical intelligence, contributing not only through saves but also through his role in build-up play.

His consistent excellence across domestic and European competitions has established him among the top goalkeepers in the world.