Arsenal's Kepa Arrizabalaga has thrown his support behind teammate David Raya for the Yashin Trophy.
The Spanish keeper has been nominated for the prestigious award, with the winner set to be announced at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on October 26.
In the current Premier League season, Raya has already notched up three clean sheets in five matches, aiming for a record fourth Golden Glove.
Kepa is impressed by the consistency of his fellow Gunners player, stating that Raya should be a frontrunner for the individual honour.
I see the hard work he puts in every day. Over the last three or four years at Arsenal, he has shown how stable he is. Golden Gloves, key saves, just how crucial he is for the team. He has to be among the contenders for this award.
Last season, David Raya played a vital role in Arsenal's Premier League triumph, keeping a clean sheet 19 times.
The 31-year-old also helped the London side reach the Champions League final, where he saved a penalty from Nuno Mendes in a shoot-out, although the Gunners ultimately fell short.
Kepa believes Raya's success stems from his calmness and confidence.
He is always focused; he knows his strengths and understands everything about the team in front of him. He is calm, self-assured, and to reach his level, you need all these qualities. Given his past season: winning the Premier League, another Golden Glove, and being close to winning the Champions League, achieving such feats is no easy task.
