With Martin Dubravka He was reportedly on his way to Saudi Arabia, Newcastle United They are reportedly monitoring an immediate replacement who is expected to leave his current club this year.
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The Magpies have burst into life at the perfect moment, leaving behind any early season inconsistencies to push towards Champions League places in the second half of what could prove to be a success-filled campaign.
2025 could be the year they finally get their hands on silverware, having set foot in the Carabao Cup final with a 2-0 first-leg win over Arsenal in the semi-final.
The January transfer window could boost their chances of a top four spot even further, with names such as Antoine Simenio He has once again been mentioned among the transfer headlines in what could result in a move to St James' Park this month.
The signing of a partner for Alexander Isak and replacement Callum Wilson, who is set to leave as a free agent in the summer, would be almost complete. Eddie Howefront line and leave the Magpies in their strongest position to fire on all cylinders. However, before the attacking additions arrive, they must welcome a replacement for Dubravka.
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According to The Sun newspaper, Newcastle are monitoring Aaron Ramsdalewho is expected to leave Southampton if they suffer relegation, despite the goalkeeper only arriving in the summer in a deal worth £25m.
Given that the Saints are currently sitting up to 10 points away from safetyRamsdale's departure is almost certain if he is indeed intent on leaving in the event of relegation.
Newcastle could be an ideal move now that Nick Pope is 32 and arguably past the peak of his powers at St James' Park.
The 'phenomenal' Ramsdale should be back and better
It wasn't long after that Ramsdell He was Arsenal's undisputed No. 1 and part of the team hoping to seal Premier League glory. After two seasons, he found himself on the wrong end of a relegation battle that would likely end in relegation.
Simply put, while Newcastle need to replace Dubravka, Ramsdale arguably needs the Magpies to pounce more than ever.
At his best, the England international found himself receiving rave reviews from the Arsenal legend David Seamanwho told reporters in 2023 (as quoted by One Football): “People forget he's only 24. So that's great for me because I didn't join Arsenal until I was 26 – what he's doing now at 24 is phenomenal. He makes so many saves all the time.” .
“There's a confidence building in him and it's a quiet confidence, because as a goalkeeper, you can't be like flying here and there and everywhere and screaming and raving – even though Peter Schmeichel has had a good career doing that.”