Although I concede a silly free kick from Fernandez Today but to be very honest I have never faced this type of dangerously aggressive player like Him before,He managed to get 6shot on target of which I’m very surprised due to the quality of defense we have”, David Raya named the ONE Man United player that really disturbed Him Today – Not Fernandez and Not Zirkzee EVEN WILLIAM SALIBA WAS QUICK TO RECOGNIZE HIM TODAY 🔥🔥
David Raya Acknowledges Manchester United’s Surprise Attacking Threat
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has faced world-class attackers throughout his career, but after a tense encounter with Manchester United, he admitted that one player, in particular, left a lasting impression. Surprisingly, it wasn’t Bruno Fernandes or new signing Joshua Zirkzee—it was someone entirely unexpected.
Following Arsenal’s dramatic showdown with United, Raya reflected on the match, admitting that while he made an error by conceding a “silly” free kick to Fernandes, the biggest challenge he encountered came from another Red Devils star.
Raya: ‘I Have Never Faced Such Relentless Aggression Before’
Speaking after the match, Raya didn’t hold back in expressing his surprise at the intensity of his opponent’s performance:
“To be honest, I have never faced a player this aggressive before. He managed to get six shots on target, and given the strength of our defense, that was really unexpected.”
Although he refrained from naming the player outright, sources from the Arsenal dressing room suggest it wasn’t Fernandes or Zirkzee who troubled Raya the most. Instead, another United star’s relentless attacking play left even Arsenal’s defensive leader, William Saliba, impressed.
Saliba Also Takes Notice!
Known for his composure, William Saliba was seen deep in discussion with Raya after the final whistle, both seemingly in agreement about the intensity of the opponent they had faced. The French defender, who rarely singles out opponents for praise, acknowledged the impact of this mysterious United player.
Fans Speculate: Who Could It Be?
As Raya’s comments surfaced, social media buzzed with speculation. Many fans pointed to Kobbie Mainoo, whose dynamic midfield presence has become a growing problem for opposition defenses. Others argued that Alejandro Garnacho’s tireless pressing and fearless dribbling made him the prime candidate for Raya’s praise.
Regardless of who it was, one thing is certain—Manchester United may have found a new game-changer capable of unsettling even the strongest defenses i
n the Premier League.
