Aaron Ramsdale could still return to being Arsenal’s number one, according to Gareth Southgate.
While naming his England Three Lions squad for the March internationals, most Gooners were waiting to see if Ramsdale would get a call, which he did.
Gareth Southgate, in fact, revealed he continues to believe in the ‘wantaway’ Arsenal goalkeeper. He considers the 25-year-old one of the best three England goalkeepers. He is disappointed by the fact that the Gunner has not gotten much playing time, but they still value him. That’s why they give him a chance on the national team.
Strangely, while many believe Ramsdale is leaving Arsenal, Southgate hints he may not need to. He confesses that he believes the ex-Sheffield custodian still has a future as a Gunner; he only needs to keep pushing, and he could return to be their first choice.
Southgate explained: “We have chosen the three goalkeepers who we think are the best.
“It is not ideal that Aaron does not play. But he showed last week that he has the mental toughness to play for England when he responded to the mistake that he made.
“We still believe that he can force his way back into the Arsenal team. It will probably be more difficult after the penalty shootout the other day, I could imagine. But he just has to keep pushing and training well every day.
“I think if we have three goalkeepers and one is not a regular, then it is not perfect, but right now we are prepared to take the chance.”
It’s difficult to see how Ramsdale can reclaim Arsenal’s number-one position. I don’t think it will be possible; Raya has truly shown himself indispensable in Arsenal’s goal.
It is only unfortunate that after a promising stint with the team, he (Ramsdale) lost his spot on the team. However, given his potential and the expectations placed on him, such as being England’s number one, he needs a fresh start.
And who knows, if Raya got injured in the run in to the end of season, at least we can be confident we have an excellent backup.
Darren N
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The King is dead, long live the king.
When I fist mention that Ramsdale performance against Porto, would have raised his stocks while putting him firmly in the shop window it should not be taken lightly.
In life it’s how you react to adversity and not adversity it’s self, that determines you as an individual.
Surely you can’t be brave having lived a very sheltered life, or if you had only have wonderful things happen to you.
Sometimes adversity is what shape you and to what you have become.
My mother once told me the fish that lives at the bottom of the sea can’t tell how hot the sun is.
But Southgate is right the young Englishman has tremendous mental strength and character, though for his future maybe away from Arsenal, but as fans we are selfish we would like him to stay even at the expense of his international career.
Unfortunately, Ramsdale would likely have to leave in the summer
I hope his sale money can be used to sign a powerful CF. Maybe Nketiah has to leave too
While no any Arsenal supporter in his or her right senses. Should wish David Raya to be injured during the run in to the season.
So that Aaron Ramsdale arguably his backup goal tender will be manning the goal for Arsenal during his absence.
But it will be uncharacteristic wishful thinking and want coming from any Arsenal supporter who has alluded to such negative thinking.
But if injury happens to Raya during the run in. But God forbids such happening to him for Arsenal’s Epl and Ucl title wins sake this season. And which are looking to be in the offin for the Gunners to take and take them unfailingly.
As us Arsenal all know. A fully fit and in form Ramsdale will step in to help his Arsenal team to win all their remaining 10 Epl matches. And a possible 5 Ucl ones. All of the season to win the Epl and Ucl this season.
Meanwhile, let Ramsdale calm down and remain calmed down. And await his chance to return to the goat tendering for the Gunners as he bids for it peacefully.
There is no doubt in my mind that Ramsdale is way better that Raja.
There is indeed some personal rift between Arteta and Ramsdale, that’s what I can see. Arteta’s explanations don’t add up.
Arteta knows Raja is not up to Ramsdale level and that’s why he has given him all play time for him to have that full experience.
Against Porto, Raja strangely dived to his left in all shots, what’s up with him?
He won against Porto but I still doubt his prowess.