In the latest transfer news, it has been reported that Arsenal have once again turned down an offer for their goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, this time from Dutch giants Ajax. Ramsdale, who had been the undisputed number one at the Emirates Stadium for two years, has seen his position come under threat since the arrival of David Raya.
Upon his return from the September break, Ramsdale found himself relegated to the substitutes’ bench by manager Mikel Arteta, leading to just 11 appearances in all competitions during the 2024-25 season. Despite retaining his place in the England squad for Euro 2024, Ramsdale is aware that he needs to change his situation to remain in contention for the Three Lions.
Numerous reports have indicated that the 26-year-old is keen on a move away from Arsenal, whether on a permanent or temporary basis. According to journalist David Ornstein of The Athletic, Ajax had Ramsdale on their radar and even attempted to secure a loan deal for the goalkeeper, though it is unclear if a purchase option was included.
However, Arsenal swiftly rebuffed the approach from Ajax as it did not meet their valuation of the player. It is believed that the Gunners are open to a permanent transfer for Ramsdale at the right price, with Ajax reportedly remaining hopeful that a deal can be struck before the end of the transfer window.
In light of recent events, questions have arisen about Arsenal’s negotiating tactics, particularly with Marseille withdrawing their interest in Eddie Nketiah due to the club’s high demands. While Arsenal’s aim is to maximize their earnings from player sales, the clock is ticking with less than three weeks remaining in the transfer window, raising concerns about the potential for unhappy players to remain at the club.
