Former Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has opened up on his relationship with Mikel Arteta as he begins a new adventure with Southampton.
Ramsdale was the undisputed number one when he joined Arsenal but he lost his place in the starting XI after Mikel Arteta brought in David Raya from Brentford on an initial loan before signing the stopper permanently in the summer.
Raya helped Arsenal secure second place last season and he went on to win the Golden Glove while Ramsdale ended up playing a bit-part role.
Ramsdale has now moved on to Southampton in a bid to reignite his career and enjoy regular football once more. The England star has now opened up on his relationship with Mikel Arteta.
Aaron Ramsdale applaud the fans after the Premier League match between Brentford FC and Southampton FC (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)
He told talkSPORT: “I tried my best to change his mind and force my way back in. His mind was set and at the same time David had a great season. You can have all the upset or qualms about being taken out but when someone else is delivering, you’ve just got to take it on the chin. It was tough but I’ve found a new home and I’m looking forward to playing again. You move on, there’s no bad blood and you’ve got to restart your career again. It was a really difficult season but my character and personality, I started the game by enjoying it but when it gets taken away, it’s tough. That’s why unfortunately you have to move on but I’m happy about where I’m at now.”
Ramsdale made his first start for Southampton last time out against Brentford and is likely to secure his spot when Manchester United comes visiting in the Premier League on Saturday.
