Tonda Eckert clarifies role for Aaron Ramsdale at Southampton

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert confirmed that Aaron Ramsdale remains part of the club’s squad despite dropping to fourth-choice goalkeeper. Ramsdale, who returned to the team after a loan spell at Newcastle, failed to secure a transfer away from the club before the deadline closed. He is currently training and playing with the under-21 side at his own request. Daniel Peretz is the confirmed starting goalkeeper following his permanent transfer this summer, with George Long serving as the primary backup. Eckert stated that the club expects Ramsdale to remain professional and support the team until at least the January transfer window. Ramsdale is under contract as a Southampton player and is expected to fulfill his responsibilities within the current squad structure.

• 11:44 AMYahoo Sports — Out of favour Ramsdale will 'support team' - Eckert
• 11:42 AMBBC Sport — Fourth-choice Ramsdale will 'support team' - Eckert