Southampton have announced the signing of Aaron Ramsdale on a permanent deal from Arsenal.
It is understood the fixed fee is £18m, potentially rising to £25m if performance-related add-ons are met.
The newly promoted club believe they have completed everything in time for Ramsdale to feature this weekend against Brentford but still are awaiting Premier League approval.
Speaking after completing his move to Southampton Ramsdale told Southampton’s media channels: “I’m absolutely delighted. The way the manager wants to play, the way he was when I spoke to him, he was just full of so much enthusiasm. I’d never met him before, but he made me feel about eight feet tall, which is just what you want.
“Coming back down to the south coast as well for me and my family, it would be an easier transition than most, so I feel like I can hit the ground running.
“I’m looking forward to this year, just getting back to what I do best and having a big smile on my face while doing it here.”
Ramsdale – who was under contract with Arsenal until 2026 – lost his position as first-choice goalkeeper to David Raya last season, leading to speculation he would depart this summer.
He joined Arsenal from Sheffield United for £30m in 2021, and made 89 appearances for the Gunners in all competitions.
