Turkish club Galatasaray shows interest in acquiring keeper Aaron Ramsdale's services for a short loan spell.
Like it or not, St. Mary's recent reaction to Begovic's move has further complicated Southampton's keeping problems. Being already stuck with the Aaron Ramsdale saga, the board ought to go over the keeper's replacement options again.
But thankfully, the Saints' situation feels on the verge of improving. And all because of the recent twist that can help Southampton resolve Ramsdale's situation.
When no one had seen it coming, Galatasaray has shown interest in signing the 27-year-old keeper this summer.
Recently, Saints Extra quoted the Turkish club's interest in Ramsdale, quoting: "Turkish side Galatasaray are interested in signing Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale this summer, potentially on loan — he has a £20m release clause."
Ramsdale's escape route to Galatasaray can benefit all parties involved
Honestly, a potential departure of Ramsdale isn't the interesting part, but it's the terms of the deal that fall in everyone's favour simultaneously.
Days ago, Southampton owner Solak presented Ramsdale's opinion of leaving on a loan. And now that such a deal is possible with Super Lig side Galatasaray, it's a complete match for sure.
Additionally, what's further impressive is the Saints fans utmost certainty of not losing Ramsdale forever. Having seen Trabzonspor negotiate for every possible penny for Onuachu, it's likely that, as another Turkish club, Galatasaray would prefer a cost-efficient loan stint only for Ramsdale.
And what better than the move making ultimate sense for Ramsdale, too? One of the primary concerns of the keeper to want an exit has been his national side ambitions.
However, with back in the Top Flight at Galatasaray, Ramsdale's chances of being in the selection spotlight automatically enhance. After all, despite being far from the Top 5 leagues, his compatriot Jordan Henderson has been making to the English setup time and again with Ajax.
Overall, despite coming as an out-of-the-box interest, Southampton can strike a jackpot by allowing Ramsdale's loan move to Galatasaray. What just remains to be seen is how early the Saints give this move the required green light.