Chelsea hold key to Aaron Ramsdale future

Ramsdale in London return?

Aaron Ramsdale could find himself at the centre of an intriguing goalkeeping transfer triangle this summer.

Ramsdale is one of the few Southampton players to emerge from their sorry season with any credit after swapping Arsenal’s bench for a return to the south coast in the summer.

But despite his impressive personal form, the England international has been unable to halt their slide back to the Championship.

One source has told talkSPORT there is believed to be a relegation release clause in Ramsdale’s contract, but either way Saints will struggle to afford his wages in the second tier.、

Chelsea have long-standing interest in Ramsdale while Bournemouth held talks with Arsenal before signing Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan.

Whether Kepa returns to Stamford Bridge or stay at Bournemouth is likely to have ramifications for Ramsdale.