Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale undergoes Southampton medical ahead of £25m transfer
What’s the story?
Aaron Ramsdale is undergoing a medical at Southampton ahead of a £25 million move from Arsenal, according to The Athletic.
The 24-year-old goalkeeper has fallen down the pecking order at the Emirates Stadium following the arrival of Matt Turner from New England Revolution.
Ramsdale made 34 appearances for Arsenal last season, but he is now set to move to St Mary’s in search of regular first-team football.
Why is it important?
Ramsdale’s departure will leave Arsenal with just two senior goalkeepers in Turner and Bernd Leno.
The Gunners are reportedly interested in signing Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana, but a deal is yet to be agreed.
Southampton, meanwhile, are in need of a new goalkeeper after Fraser Forster joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer.
What are the implications?
Ramsdale’s move to Southampton could have a number of implications for both clubs.
For Arsenal, it could mean that they are willing to let Leno go this summer.
For Southampton, it could mean that they are building a team that is capable of challenging for a top-half finish next season.
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