Alex Runarsson’s time at Arsenal has come to an end, as the club has terminated his contract. The Icelandic goalkeeper is now set for a free transfer to Champions League side FC Copenhagen. Runarsson had been loaned to Championship team Cardiff City in August, but Arsenal decided to break the loan agreement. Copenhagen, who recently pulled off a stunning win over Manchester United, will be Runarsson’s new home.
Runarsson, who arrived at Arsenal in 2020 from French side Dijon, made a total of six appearances for the Gunners. Three of those appearances resulted in clean sheets, showcasing his potential as a goalkeeper. The 28-year-old has also been capped 27 times by Iceland and was part of their squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
This is not the first time Arsenal has sent Runarsson out on loan. He previously had stints at OH Leuven in Belgium and Alanyaspor in Turkey. However, it was during the 2017-18 season at his former club FC Nordsjælland where Runarsson truly impressed. He was crowned Player of the Season, highlighting his abilities on the field.
Runarsson will be replacing Kamil Grabara at Copenhagen, as Grabara is set to join Bundesliga club Wolfsburg. This move will provide Runarsson with the opportunity to showcase his skills on a bigger stage, as Copenhagen is set to face Manchester City in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Overall, Runarsson’s departure from Arsenal marks a new chapter in his career. With his experience and talent, he has the potential to make a significant impact at Copenhagen and continue to excel as a goalkeeper. As he embarks on this new journey, fans will be eagerly watching to see how he performs on the European stage.