Arsenal told they'll have to sell Ramsdale after Arteta's bold transfer call

Aaron Ramsdale needs to leave Arsenal in the summer after losing his place in the team, according to former Premier League goalkeeper Brad Friedel.

Despite starting the season as first-choice, Ramsdale, 25, has fallen out of favour and is now behind David Raya, who is expected to become a permanent Arsenal player at the end of the season.

Since being ousted, there has been plenty of speculation surrounding Ramsdale and a possible summer transfer. And while Friedel points out that Mikel Arteta's decision to play Raya has been vindicated by the numbers, he doesn't see how the Arsenal chief can retain the services of both players long-term.

Speaking about the goalkeeping situation, Friedel told Sky Sports: "I think the stats back Mikel Arteta’s decision. I mean, it’s close. We’re talking about two fantastic goalkeepers.

"I think when you look at the stats – and they’re non-subjective stats so it’s not just about who we like better – the biggest difference is David Raya’s shot preventing value. It’s remarkable how quick his feet are when he’s coming out for crosses or sweeping up. That really separated him from Aaron Ramsdale and with the way Arsenal play that might be the tipping point of why they prefer Raya.

"Listen, there’s going to come a time where they are going to have to let Ramsdale go. If Raya is the long-term number one, they’ll have to let Ramsdale go.

"I think the stats back Arsenal’s faith in Raya and that’s fine, but Ramsdale is too good to be sitting on the bench. He should be playing somewhere and I’m sure he’ll be able to find a place to go. They’re two very, very talented goalkeepers."

Ramsdale has featured just six times in the Premier League this term despite the fact that Raya has endured some shaky moments