SportsSheffield Utd transfer twist emerges involving 'incredible' 6 ft 2 ace - report
Sheffield United goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale’s move to join Premier League giants Arsenal has broken down, as reported by the Express.
The Lowdown: Ramsdale looked set for Arsenal as he entered advanced talks over exit
Looking to add to their depth in the goalkeeping department, Arsenal were believed to be close to agreeing a deal for England international Ramsdale for an up-front fee of around £24 million rising to £30 million [Football London].
His homegrown status was said to be an important factor in the prospective deal, as well as providing a competent option to compete with the underperforming Bernd Leno for the number one jersey.
However, the 23-year-old ace now looks set to stay at Bramall Lane for the time being following recent developments.
The Latest: Ramsdale move collapses after breakdown in discussions
Now, it seems no such switch will materialise. Despite player and club engaging in positive discussions, the sides failed to agree a fee for the ex-Bournemouth stopper [Express].
Any notion of Ramsdale moving to the Emirates Stadium this summer looks to now be dead and buried, provoking deep disappointment on his behalf.
The Blades will now keep hold of their top asset, with Arsenal set to move on to a host of other options.
The Verdict: Ramsdale exit would’ve provoked conflicting emotions amongst the Blades support
In 2020/21, Ramsdale registered six clean sheets in 42 appearances within all competitions [Transfermarkt]. Furthermore, he impressed with his distribution across the piece, completing a commendable 281 accurate long balls last year [Premier League].
Once labelled as ‘incredible’ by Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, this latest development may stir mixed emotions at Bramall Lane.
On one hand, losing a talented young stopper so early in a pivotal season would have come as a bitter blow to the Blades’ promotion aspirations.
Conversely, being able to recoup a sizeable amount of money for the 6 foot 2 ace may have gifted boss Slavisa Jokanović with a real opportunity to re-invest in key targets.
In other news, Sheffield United could be set for another prospective departure.
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