Aaron Ramsdale became an ambassador for the Willow Foundation _(Image: Willow Foundation)_
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On this day in 2024, England star Aaron Ramsdale was named as a new ambassador for the Welwyn Garden City-based Willow Foundation.
The Willow Foundation, founded by former Arsenal goalkeeper Bob Wilson and his late wife Megs 25 years ago, has been dedicated to providing special days for seriously ill people aged 16 to 40.
Following the appointment of fellow Gunners legend David Seaman and his wife Frankie as honorary president last year, the charity welcomed another generation of Arsenal stoppers to their ranks with Ramsdale’s announcement.
Ramsdale, who left the North London club in 2024, expressed his pride in taking on the ambassador role.
He said: "I’m seriously proud to be an ambassador for Willow.
"Having come from Arsenal where Bob and David are so well known, I learnt a lot about the charity and felt a very strong connection to it.
"When they approached me to be an ambassador it seemed like a perfect fit for me."
At the time, Bob Wilson shared his delight at Ramsdale joining the team, adding, "I’ve greatly enjoyed seeing Aaron develop throughout his career.
"It’s a real privilege to have him join myself and David at Willow, making three generations of goalkeepers."
**_\[From the Welwyn Hatfield Times of September 17, 2024\]_**