Kepa Arrizabalaga, on loan at Bournemouth from Chelsea, stole the spotlight with an extraordinary display in Bournemouth’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Manchester United.
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The Spanish goalkeeper’s stellar performance earned high praise from Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, who was thrilled with the 30-year-old’s crucial saves that secured a clean sheet at Old Trafford.
Iraola expressed his admiration, stating, “Today, he has been amazing. His experience and calmness are invaluable to our young backline, and his shot-stopping was outstanding.”
Kepa, currently enjoying life on the south coast, has been a key figure in Bournemouth’s rise to fifth in the Premier League.
Despite reports from Spain suggesting he hopes to return to Chelsea after his loan ends, Iraola remains eager to convince the keeper to make the move permanent.
Signed by Chelsea for a record £71.6 million in 2018, Kepa is under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2026 but has fallen out of favor, with Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen preferred by Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca.
Following Bournemouth’s stunning win, Kepa celebrated passionately with the traveling fans, who chanted his name in the away end.
Reflecting on Iraola’s influence, Kepa recently described him as one of the best managers in the Premier League, further highlighting the coach’s impact on Bournemouth’s recent success.
As Kepa continues to shine, Bournemouth fans are hoping his impressive form will lead to a long-term future with the club.
