Illan Meslier to Arsenal feels painfully underwhelming to fans who just want shiny, expensive marquee names. But look at the logistical reality.
Karl Hein is sold to Werder Bremen for £2.6m. Kepa Arrizabalaga is under contract but actively looking to leave to secure a starting role elsewhere. Picking up a 26 year old French goalkeeper with extensive Premier League experience on a free transfer is a total no brainer.
It completely preserves our cap space and FFP/SCR breathing room, allowing Arsenal/Berta to focus our financial war chest on Morgan Rogers and Bruno Guimarães. It's smart, unglamorous squad building.