The manager said: "What I like about David, in addition to the things he does in goal, are the things he avoids. He prevents things from happening that we don't see, because he anticipates.
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"He has a challenging personality. I love players with courage and character who, in any situation, strive to be themselves and challenge their limits. He has earned the right to be respected and I am very happy that this is the case."
Raya will not face parent club Brentford this weekend, with Aaron Ramsdale taking his place.