Southampton have revived their interest in Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale after their proposed move for Justin Bijlow fell through, according to the Times.
The Saints had Ramsdale on their radar earlier in the summer but moved on to the Netherlands international and agreed terms with Feyenoord to buy him.
However, they are back in for Ramsdale after Bijlow failed his medical, but getting the Arsenal man could prove tricky.
The England international is not keen to move to the south coast, and the Gunners also prefer a permanent transfer rather than the loan deal Southampton are suggesting.
Wolverhampton Wanderers were also linked with Ramsdale and were keen on a loan deal. However, they have backed out due to the finances involved.
Ajax also had a loan offer for the former Bournemouth star rejected by the Gunners, with the club hoping to recoup the £24m they paid to Sheffield United for him in 2021.
Arsenal have already lined up Espanyol’s Joan Garcia as a potential replacement for Ramsdale, while a late move for Wigan Athletic goalie Sam Tickle ahead of the transfer deadline on Friday has been mooted.
A move to Southampton could be in the best interest of the Gunners star, especially if he wants to remain a part of the England squad following manager Gareth Southgate’s exit.
Both Arsenal and the player may need to lower their demands if a move is to happen, and there is very little time in the window to wrap things up concerning his exit.
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