Arsenal and Newcastle United transfer hits rivalry hurdle

Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is sure to be the centre of transfer talk this summer after struggling for game time this season after the arrival of David Raya from Brentford.

The Spaniard racked up 32 appearances in all competitions this season at the expense of Ramsdale, who managed just 11 outings across the campaign. The England international is now rumoured to be looking at exiting the Emirates Stadium in search of more game time.

One club said to be interested in Ramsdale's services are Premier League rivals Newcastle United. TeamTalk report that Nick Pope could be set for a surprise sale at the club this season having missed a large part of the campaign with injury and deputy Martin Dubravka is another linked with a move away. Even if Pope doesn't leave, the Saudi-backed club could look to add more competition in that position.

A reunion with former Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe at St James' Park could be ideal for Ramsdale, however the i reports that Newcastle United are hesitant to pursue their transfer interest in the player.

The Magpies could fear 'arming' the Gunners with profitability and sustainability rules wiggle room, which could in turn be used to capitalise on the £100 million release clause in Bruno Guimaraes' contract.

Instead, Newcastle United have held talks with Valencia over the availability of goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, who has been a 'long-term' target for the Tyneside club.

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has remained coy when commenting on Ramsdale's future in north London over the back end of the season but did share his desire to keep the player in December, ahead of the January window.

Speaking at that time, Arteta said: "I want Aaron with us. I am very happy to have two very, very good goalkeepers and Aaron is staying with us.

"We want to be better, so we want to add to what we already have. That's the intention that we have."