Arsenal sign Spain goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez on free transfer
Short overview
Arsenal have signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez on a free transfer, making her the club's sixth summer addition. The 27-year-old joins from Real Madrid, where she set a club appearance record, and will compete for the starting spot in the Women's Super League.
Arsenal have completed the signing of Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodriguez on a free transfer, the club announced on [date]. The 27-year-old joins the Women's Super League side after leaving Real Madrid at the end of last season, becoming Arsenal's sixth summer signing.
Competition for goalkeeping spot
Rodriguez will wear the number 16 shirt and will compete for minutes with Daphne van Domselaar and Anneke Borbe, both of whom struggled with injuries last season. The arrival adds depth to a position that proved challenging for Arsenal in the previous campaign.
Career at Real Madrid
In six years at Real Madrid, Rodriguez made 215 appearances — a club record — and was named captain last year. She departs as a legendary figure at the Spanish club, having been instrumental in their rise in women's football.
International pedigree
Since making her senior international debut in 2021, Rodriguez has earned 34 caps for Spain, including three appearances during their victorious 2023 Women's World Cup campaign. However, she has since lost her starting role to Barcelona's Cata Coll.
Arsenal's busy summer
Arsenal have had a busy transfer window as they prepare for the 2026-27 Women's Super League season. The club has already secured the signings of Georgia Stanway, Ona Batlle, Selina Cerci, Geraldine Reuteler, and Lisa Baum, all reinforcing manager Renee Slegers' squad. Last season, Arsenal finished second in the WSL and reached the semi-finals of the Women's Champions League.
Player's reaction
"I'm so proud to join this great club. Arsenal is one of the top clubs in the world and I'm really excited to be part of the team and take on this new challenge," said Rodriguez. "I want to help us compete for trophies and make more history, together with our supporters."
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