Southampton consider approach for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale as alternative to Feyenoord shot-stopperĀ Justin Bijlow

  • Southampton are considering an approach for Arsenal's Aaron RamsdaleĀ 
  • The Saints have already held talks regarding Justin Bijlow of FeyenoordĀ 
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By Simon Jones

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Southampton, who have held talks over Feyenoord keeper Justin Bijlow, are alternatively considering an approach for Arsenal keeper Aaron Ramsdale.Ā 

Wolves have also made an approach for Ramsdale, submitting a loan offer with an option to buy.

Arsenal previously rejected a loan proposal from Ajax for Ramsdale.


The 26-year-old is eager to play regularly again after losing his place as first-choice goalkeeper at Arsenal to David Raya.Ā 

Bijlow, who has eight caps for the Netherlands, has played over 100 times for Feyenoord.Ā 

Southampton are considering an approach for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale

Southampton are considering an approach for Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale

Ramsdale is seen by Southampton as an alternative to Feyenoord's Justin Bijlow

Ramsdale is seen by Southampton as an alternative to Feyenoord's Justin Bijlow

Southampton manager Russell Martin is eager to strengthen his goalkeeping options

Southampton manager Russell Martin is eager to strengthen his goalkeeping options

Alex McCarthy, 34, started in goal for Southampton as they lost 1-0 to Newcastle in their opening Premier League game of the season.

Southampton can also call upon Joe Lumley, but Gavin Bazunu is sidelined with a ruptured Achilles.

Therefore, Southampton boss Russell Martin is eager to strengthen his goalkeeping options.Ā 

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