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Award-winner to fourth choice - what has gone wrong for Ramsdale?

Award-winner to fourth choice - what has gone wrong for Ramsdale?

Summary

Aaron Ramsdale was once a top goalkeeper for Arsenal and England. After mistakes and losing his place to David Raya, he was sold to Southampton, where he has struggled and is now their fourth-choice goalkeeper.

Key Facts

  • Ramsdale joined Arsenal in 2021 for £24 million after Sheffield United was relegated.
  • He played well in his first season and was part of Arsenal’s strong 2022-23 league challenge.
  • Critics noted a costly error in a key game against Southampton in 2023 that affected Arsenal’s title chances.
  • David Raya replaced Ramsdale as Arsenal’s main goalkeeper in 2023-24.
  • Ramsdale made few Premier League appearances in the 2023-24 season and made another mistake against Brentford.
  • He was sold to Southampton for £25 million in August 2024 after Euro 2024, where he did not play.
  • At Southampton, Ramsdale is now the fourth-choice goalkeeper and has not played competitive football for five months.
  • Ramsdale is 28 years old and has made five appearances for the England national team.
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