I’m Experiencing Pain and Disappointment” – Ramsdale Discusses the Loss of His Arsenal Shirt to Raya

Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has opened up about his emotions and the challenges he’s facing after losing his position to David Raya. Ramsdale, who had been Mikel Arteta’s first-choice goalkeeper since his arrival at Arsenal in 2021, played all 38 Premier League matches in the previous season. However, he has found himself on the bench for the last four league matches, as Arteta has opted for David Raya, who was signed on loan from Brentford in August.

Ramsdale expressed the difficulties he’s experiencing, stating, “I think because it’s one of the first times it’s happened with the situation it has been difficult.” He also mentioned the support he receives from Raya, saying, “There are days where I come in and I’m down because of the situation and he picks me up, and for whatever reason, there might be a day where he’s down. Even though I’m suffering and hurting for not playing, I have to stand up and be able to push him,” as he spoke to reporters.