May 22nd 2024.
According to recent reports, Arsenal is set to compete with Liverpool for the signing of Feyenoord's talented goalkeeper, Justin Bijlow this summer. The Gunners are on the verge of completing the permanent transfer of David Raya from Brentford, after his successful loan spell this season. However, it seems that their current goalie, Aaron Ramsdale, may be leaving the club in the near future.
It was reported last week that Newcastle United has made an initial offer for Ramsdale, who was also recently named in England's provisional squad for the Euro 2024. This potential departure has left Mikel Arteta, Arsenal's manager, in need of a replacement goalkeeper. It is believed that the Gunners have set their sights on Bijlow, with the Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf claiming that they are interested in bringing him in to compete with Raya for the number one spot.
Albert Stuivenberg, Arteta's right-hand man, is a big fan of Bijlow and believes that he would be a perfect fit for Arsenal's current system. However, Liverpool is also in the race to sign the 26-year-old, who has been playing under their new manager, Arne Slot, for the past three seasons. It's worth noting that Liverpool's interest in Bijlow dates back to before Slot's arrival, as they had scouted him during Feyenoord's Champions League matches this season.
Bijlow is a highly sought-after goalkeeper, with both Premier League clubs impressed by his skills and potential. At Liverpool, Alisson Becker is the undisputed number one, and the possibility of Bijlow joining the team may cast doubt on the future of their current backup keeper, Caoimhin Kelleher. The 25-year-old Irish international has been a reliable second-choice keeper for many years, but it seems that he is now looking for a new challenge.
Interestingly, Manchester United had also shown interest in Bijlow last summer, but they were reportedly quoted a hefty price of £25million. However, De Telegraaf's recent report suggests that his price has dropped significantly. This could be due to the fact that Bijlow has suffered from various injuries in recent years, including a wrist injury and a calf problem that ruled him out for a significant portion of the current season.
Despite his injury troubles, it seems that both Arsenal and Liverpool are still keen on bringing Bijlow to the Premier League. They are well aware of his past injuries, but they remain confident in his abilities and are willing to take the risk. As the summer transfer window approaches, it will be interesting to see which club will ultimately win the race for the promising Feyenoord star.
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