Southampton set to welcome former gunners goalkeeper he will be announce tomorrow

As the transfer window enters its final week, conflicting reports have emerged about Southampton’s target for a new goalkeeper. The Saints are weighing two options that could significantly impact their season: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal and Justin Bijlow of Feyenoord.

The pursuit of Ramsdale has been ongoing for about a month, with Arsenal seemingly stalling in the hope of sparking a bidding war for either a permanent transfer or a loan deal. This caused the trail to go cold for a while, but rumors have now resurfaced that Southampton is preparing an official loan move for Ramsdale.

Meanwhile, sportsview.co.uk recently reported, citing Fabrizio Romano, that Southampton was in talks with Feyenoord over Dutch international keeper Justin Bijlow. This potential deal, which is believed to be a permanent transfer, could offer a more straightforward solution to Southampton’s goalkeeping dilemma.

However, the situation remains fluid. Arsenal’s preference is to either sell Ramsdale outright or loan him with an obligation to buy, which complicates matters for Southampton. Compounding the challenge, Wolves have also shown interest in Ramsdale, presenting strong competition.

The Saints are now in a difficult position, needing to decide whether to pursue the more secure option of signing Bijlow permanently or take a gamble on Ramsdale. Should they lose out on Ramsdale to Wolves, they might struggle to secure a goalkeeper before the window closes, potentially jeopardizing their survival hopes this season. Russell Martin and the club’s transfer team face a crucial decision that could define their campaign.