David Ospina Joins Napoli on Permanent Deal

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This archive report was first published on 5 July 2019.

Colombian international goalkeeper David Ospina has completed a permanent transfer to Napoli from Arsenal, where he spent five years.

According to a statement on Napoli's official website, Ospina, 30, has joined the Serie A club on a permanent basis after spending last season on loan.

During his time at Arsenal, Ospina made 70 appearances for the Gunners, who signed him from Nice in 2014.

However, last season, Arsenal signed German goalkeeper Bernd Leno as a replacement for Petr Cech, who has since retired and taken up a role as performance adviser at Chelsea.

Ospina, who has earned 98 international caps for Colombia, featured 21 times for Napoli last season.

"We would like to thank David for his contribution to the club and everyone at Arsenal wishes him the best for his future," Arsenal said in a farewell statement.

Earlier, Tuko.co.ke reported that former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has sealed a five-year deal with French League champions Paris Saint-Germain.

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