Former Arsenal goalkeeper will provide cover and competition for Nick Pope, who missed large parts of last season through injury
Newcastle United have completed the signing of Aaron Ramsdale on a season-long loan from Southampton.
The 27-year-old reunites with Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, who previously coached him at Bournemouth.
Howe said: “Aaron is an exceptional goalkeeper who adds further quality and international experience to our squad.
“Having worked with him before, I know what he can bring to us on and off the pitch, so we look forward to welcoming him into the group.”
Ramsdale impressed last season in a difficult year for Southampton, who were ultimately relegated from the Premier League. Despite the drop, he was one of the side’s standout performers.
Ramsdale made 125 saves in the league last season, second only to Nottingham Forest’s Matt Turner.
His move to Newcastle provides cover and competition for Nick Pope, who missed large parts of last season through injury. Newcastle finished fifth and have returned to the Champions League for the first time in over two decades.
Ramsdale remains under contract at Southampton until 2028.
The player said: “Coming to [St James’s Park] and seeing it empty today, it’s quite surreal to think that this is going to be home for the foreseeable future.
“I’ve got the kit on, it’s got the nice Champions League badge on the sleeve and I’m delighted to be here.
“Working with the manager and his coaching staff again were a big draw for me. They’ve already had a great influence on my career and the gaffer turned me from a man into a professional footballer at Bournemouth.
“He really showed me the ropes so the manager and his coaching staff were a huge selling point for me to come here.”
