Goalkeeping icon reveals SIX secrets to David Raya's success: The Arsenal No 1's 'K-block', his spring, how he compensates for his height, the area he's always prided himself on... and where he can still improve

Gravity-defying leaps, match-winning blocks, brilliant distribution and calming catches are just some of the attributes that have helped David Raya become one of most important lieutenants in Mikel Arteta's Arsenal.

The Spaniard has won three consecutive Premier League Golden Gloves (awarded to the goalkeeper with the most clean sheets) and was instrumental in last season's title glory. 

Only Petr Cech and Joe Hart have more Golden Gloves, on four apiece, and Raya is hunting them down. He is also in the running for the Yashin Trophy – the Ballon d’Or for goalkeeper of the year.

Daily Mail Sport has enlisted the help of Asmir Begovic, the former Chelsea Premier League-winning goalkeeper with more than 300 appearances in the top flight, to break down Raya’s strengths, weaknesses and development across six key areas. 

The result is a portrait of a goalkeeper whose game is not simply about spectacular saves, but about making the right decision, at the right time, again and again.