Boss Mikel Arteta wants England international goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale to stay at Arsenal despite losing his starting place to David Raya.
Since Raya’s loan arrival from Brentford, Arsenal’s goalkeeping scenario has seen a shift, with the usurpation of Ramsdale from the coveted number one spot.
Despite Ramsdale’s notable achievements and past performances, Raya’s emergence has prompted discussions about Ramsdale’s future, especially with reported interest from Newcastle.
Arteta’s Perspective
Manager Mikel Arteta expressed his desire to retain Ramsdale, emphasizing the importance of having two top-tier goalkeepers. He affirmed Ramsdale’s continued presence at Arsenal, outlining the club’s intention to enhance their squad further.
Ramsdale’s Transition
Ramsdale, a player with four full England caps to his name, had been an integral part of Arsenal’s previous season, starting all 38 Premier League matches as they contended with Manchester City for the title.
However, the dynamics changed in the current season as Raya took over the starting position, relegating Ramsdale to sporadic appearances in the Carabao Cup and a single Premier League outing against Brentford, his former club.
Newcastle’s Interest
Reports suggest that Newcastle, under the management of Eddie Howe—who previously signed Ramsdale for Bournemouth in 2017—are monitoring the situation closely.
Their interest has heightened following an injury to their goalkeeper, Nick Pope, potentially leading to a January bid for Ramsdale as they seek to bolster their squad.
