The first Arsenal player has reacted to Aaron Ramsdale’s move to Southampton.
After a move to Wolverhampton Wanderers broke down, it was announced on Friday afternoon that Ramsdale had left Arsenal for Southampton.
A club statement read: “Southampton Football Club is delighted to confirm it has completed the signing of goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal.
“The sought-after 26-year-old England international has moved to St Mary’s on a four-year contract, further strengthening the options in Russell Martin’s squad ahead of the summer transfer window closing.”
After the move was confirmed, Arsenal star William Saliba posted on social media to react to the move.
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The French defender shared a post by Ramsdale with three love heart emojis.
In an emotional goodbye to Arsenal fans, Ramsdale wrote: “To My Arsenal Family. From the moment I arrived, I felt like one of you. All I ever wanted to do was give my all and try to get the club back to where it belongs. The connection that we had will stay with me forever.
“This is a special football club that has come a long way in a short space of time and it has been a privilege to share so many great moments with you. I look forward to returning soon, seeing some familiar faces and reminiscing on good times!”
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He added: “Thank you to all of my team mates for going to battle with me; we certainly gave it a good go and had some fun. Finally, and most of all, thank you to the Gunners for always being behind me! I will love you forever. See you soon. Rambo.”
Speaking after joining Southampton, Ramsdale said: “I’m absolutely delighted. The way the manager wants to play, the way he was when I spoke to him, he was just full of so much enthusiasm. I’d never met him before, but he made me feel about eight feet tall, which is just what you want.
“I’m looking forward to this year, just getting back to what I do best and having a big smile on my face while doing it here.”
Topics: Aaron Ramsdale, Arsenal, Southampton, Football, William Saliba
Marcus Chan