In a surprising move, Arsenal’s goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has been left out of the squad for their clash with Chelsea. The decision has raised questions among fans, but there’s a simple explanation.
Manager Mikel Arteta seems to have promoted David Raya as his primary choice, as Raya has started in the Gunners’ last five league games. Ramsdale, who had been warming the bench recently, is conspicuously absent from the squad. Young Estonian goalkeeper Karl Hein will take a place on the bench as a backup.
But the reason behind Ramsdale’s absence is not related to injury or tactics. Arsenal has confirmed that Ramsdale’s wife, Georgina, has given birth to a baby boy, and he has been granted paternity leave to be with his family during this important time.
This has led to Raya seizing the opportunity, and Ramsdale’s last appearance for Arsenal dates back to their EFL Cup victory over Brentford in September. Fans can expect to see Ramsdale back in action for the upcoming Champions League clash against Sevilla.
In the Premier League showdown, Arsenal faces Chelsea today, with fans eager to see how the team performs without Ramsdale in the lineup.
