Arsenal’s David Raya Surprised by Unexpected Manchester United Star
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has faced some of the world’s top attackers, but after a tense battle against Manchester United, he admitted one player’s relentless aggression and attacking intensity caught him off guard. Surprisingly, it wasn’t Bruno Fernandes or new signing Joshua Zirkzee—it was someone else entirely.
Raya’s Toughest Challenge of the Match
Following the dramatic clash, Raya acknowledged making a mistake by conceding a “silly” free kick to Fernandes. However, he revealed that the biggest challenge he faced came from an unexpected United star.
“To be honest, I’ve never come up against a player this aggressive before. He managed six shots on target, which really surprised me, especially considering the quality of our defense,” Raya admitted.
Although he didn’t immediately name the player, sources inside the Arsenal dressing room suggest that it wasn’t Fernandes or Zirkzee, but another United star whose performance even impressed Arsenal’s defensive leader, William Saliba.
Saliba Also Took Notice
Arsenal’s defensive rock, William Saliba, also recognized the impact of this player. The French center-back, known for his composure, was seen in a deep conversation with Raya after the final whistle—both seemingly in agreement about the unexpected threat they faced.
Fans Speculate: Who Was It?
As Raya’s comments spread, fans took to social media to guess the player in question. Some pointed to Kobbie Mainoo, whose energetic midfield play has troubled opponents all season. Others suggested Alejandro Garnacho, known for his relentless pressing and dangerous dribbling.
Whoever it was, one thing is clear—Manchester United may have found a new key player capable of troubling even the Premier League’s best defenses.
