Wolverhampton Wanderers were given a glimpse of Aaron Ramsdale’s fiery spirit as they faced off against Arsenal at Molineux in 2022, prompting the club to make a move for the Gunners’ goalkeeper.

The 26-year-old Ramsdale found himself the target of interest from Gary O’Neil’s team after falling down the pecking order behind David Raya at Arsenal. The proposed deal would kick off as a loan, with the potential to become a permanent move in the summer—a similar structure to how Arsenal secured Raya from Brentford.

Ramsdale initially lost his starting spot to Raya during the 2023-24 season, having been the preferred choice the season prior. Despite a clean sheet against Wolves in November 2022 while Arsenal led the league going into a break for the World Cup, Ramsdale’s interactions with Zinchenko showcased his passionate nature, echoing his outburst in the Amazon Prime ‘All or Nothing’ documentary following an Everton defeat in the 2021-22 season.

While Ramsdale faced limited opportunities last season, his inclusion in England’s Euro 2024 squad as a backup to Jordan Pickford highlighted his presence on the international stage. This season, he was on the bench as Arsenal triumphed over Wolves, with Raya earning praise for a crucial save during the match.

Arteta commended Zinchenko’s performance against Wolves, indicating a dynamic approach to his team’s defensive strategies. The manager acknowledged the versatility within his squad, emphasizing a game-by-game assessment when making back-line decisions.