Arsenal Football Club is currently facing a decision regarding the future of its number two goalkeeper Ramsdale. According to media outlet Givemesport, Arsenal has not ruled out the possibility of loaning Ramsdale out before the end of the transfer window. The background to this decision is complex, involving both the club's long-term planning and the individual player's career development.
Ramsdale moved to Arsenal from Sheffield United three years ago for a fee of £24 million, which had been seen as a major step towards strengthening the goalkeeping position for the Gunners. However, last season he made just six Premier League appearances and a total of 11 appearances in all competitions, which was well below his expectations and the expectations of the fans. With the addition of new goalkeeper Raya, Ramsdale has been further reduced to a number two role in the squad.
For Ramsdale, consistent playing time is crucial to his career. As a young England international, he is eager to prove himself in the game and gain more experience in the game to further improve his game. As such, he has expressed his desire to leave the Emirates Stadium and find a new challenge. Teams such as Southampton have expressed strong interest in him, which opens up the possibility of a move.
However, Arsenal are also weighing the pros and cons. On the one hand, they understand the importance of a good number two goalkeeper for the team, and Ramsdale can be a back-up for the team at crucial times. On the other hand, they also understand the players' desire for playing time and how important it is to the players' career development. As a result, Arsenal are considering whether to give Ramsdale more game time on loan, while keeping open the possibility of him returning to the team in the future.
