‘I almost joined Arsenal’ — Chelsea’s Caicedo reveals ahead of Gunners’ clash

Moises Caicedo has lifted the lid on one of the most talked-about transfer stories of recent years, admitting that he came close to joining Arsenal before ultimately choosing Chelsea.

With the London rivals set to meet once again, the Ecuadorian has explained why he believes he made the right decision.

Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated clash, Caicedo shared with the Daily Mail that his move to Arsenal was once on the verge of happening.

He noted “Everything happens for a reason. I almost joined Arsenal in the past. But now I’m here, and I’m so happy. The timing was good.”

The midfielder revealed that some critics mocked his choice, suggesting he had picked the wrong club, but he insisted he simply needed time to adapt to the demands of a big team.

Now settled and a key figure at Stamford Bridge, Caicedo stated that Chelsea never doubted him and that their ambition aligned perfectly with his own. His £115 million switch from Brighton has since proved worthwhile, with the Ecuadorian featuring 115 times for the Blues.

Caicedo affirmed his desire to remain at Chelsea for many years, emphasising his hunger to win more trophies with the club.

He expressed pride in being named the team’s Player of the Season for the 2024/25 campaign, adding that his focus is on repaying the trust shown in him.

With Chelsea preparing for another fierce meeting against Arsenal, his comments show both his growth and commitment to the project.

As the rivalry reignites, Caicedo enters the fixture not only as a central figure in Enzo Maresca’s plans but also as a player convinced he is exactly where he should be.