Nomme united

Karl Hein: Arsenal have announced the departure of goalkeeper Karl Hein as he has joined La Liga side Real Valladolid on loan for the 2024/25 season.

The 22-year-old goalkeeper joined Arsenal in 2018 from his hometown club, Nomme United. Karl signed his first professional deal with the Gunners in May 2019 and went on to sign a new long-term contract shortly before joining Reading on loan in January 2022, for the remainder of the campaign.

An Estonia international, Karl has already made 30 senior appearances for his country. Consistent and impressive performances saw Karl named as Estonia’s Young Player of the Year in December 2021.