Illan Meslier, Arsenal's latest signing, is eager to demonstrate why the club brought him on board. In a recent interview, the 26-year-old goalkeeper expressed his "anger and determination" to prove his worth and help the team secure more trophies. Meslier, who previously played for Leeds United, is ready to embrace the challenges ahead as he joins one of England's most prestigious clubs.

Having been with Leeds since 2019, Meslier found himself out of favor last season after being their undisputed number one for five years. Now, as a free agent, he is thrilled to have signed with Arsenal, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his career. "I’m extremely, extremely happy," Meslier stated. "It's a great day for me because I’ve just joined the champions. It's the biggest club here in England, so I'm very happy to join this massive club, and it’s also a massive opportunity for me. I'm extremely happy to join and to try to do the back-to-back."

The Lorient-born keeper, who stands at 6'6", noted that Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, has already conveyed the significance of joining such a large club. Meslier believes that his experience at Leeds, where he made over 200 appearances—more than half in the Premier League—will serve him well in this new role. "When I came to Leeds, I didn't speak English at all," he recalled. "I didn't really know the league. But seven years later, I speak English now and I know the Prem."

Reflecting on his last season, Meslier described it as a "special year," despite the challenges he faced. He emphasized the importance of resilience in a player's career, stating, "Unfortunately, this happens a lot in the careers of players. But I never give up. I keep working very hard every day, training, always being ready for the players who need help." As he prepares for the upcoming season, Meslier is focused on making a significant impact at Arsenal and contributing to their title defense.