Aaron Ramsdale could push to leave Southampton at the end of the summer as Chelsea remain interested in the former Arsenal star.
According toFootball Insider, Aaron Ramsdale could push for an exit from Southampton amid interest from Chelsea. The former Arsenal star is destined to suffer a third relegation of his career from the Premier League, but he could seek top-flight football next season as Chelsea looks to solve a problem area of their squad.
Southampton is nailed on to suffer relegation from the Premier League. They sit bottom of the standings with nine points on board after 27 games. The 13-point gap with the nearest team out of the danger zone seems like a tall order for them to overcome, as the club anticipates a mass exodus of first-team stars once they drop down to the Championship.
Aaron Ramsdale could be one of those, as the former Arsenal star will likely suffer a third Premier League relegation of his career. The 26-year-old had previously suffered the ordeal with Bournemouth and Sheffield United, as he seeks to continue playing in the top flight once this season ends.
Clubs like Chelsea and Leeds United are interested, with the former particularly keen to reinforce a troubled position in their squad. Robert Sanchez has been unconvincing so far as the first-choice keeper and recently lost that status to summer arrival Filip Jorgensen, who has not been convincing either.
Sanchez has interest from Spain, as Chelsea might accept an offer near their keeper valuation. Their interest intheformer Arsenal star is understandable, as the 26-year-old has shown his quality while at the Gunners and this season with relegation-threatened Southampton.
Aaron Ramsdale could push for Southampton exit
Ramsdale will have many suitors, as the report states the former Arsenal star may have a release clause in his contract.Newcastle United are keen, although it might be Chelsea who could lure the keeper with the promise of making him the starting keeper on Enzo Maresca’s side for next season. Hence, the 26-year-old could force a move away from Southampton once the summer window opens.
Chelsea are also keen on Caoimhin Kelleher, with the club open to playingLiverpool’s demands of nearly £40 million. Ramsdale is also someone they consider key to their transfer plans, as the Blues seem destined to sign a new keeper.