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Explained: Why Arsenal are considering a shock move to bring Wojciech Szczesny back from Juventus to replace Aaron Ramsdale

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Following Ramsdale's relegation down the pecking order in the goalkeeping department to first-choice David Raya, the English shot-stopper is set to depart the Emirates in search of regular playing time, with <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/aaron-ramsdale-newcastle-revive-transfer-pursuit-arsenal-goalkeeper/blt2b2eef6190b173ee" target="_self">Newcastle United being considered the frontrunner</a> to secure his services. According to <a href="https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-fc-transfer-news-szczesny-steele-ramaj-b1156565.html?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1715244119" target="_blank">Standard</a>, Arsenal have already initiated a search for a replacement, with Szczesny emerging as a potential candidate.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Gunners are keen on recruiting a homegrown goalkeeper to adhere to Premier League squad regulations, making Szczesny an appealing option. The 34-year-old rose through the ranks of the Arsenal academy and emerged as the No.1 choice, making 181 senior appearances, before departing for Juventus in 2017. Moreover, Juventus' pursuit of Michele Di Gregorio from Monza has further encouraged the Premier League outfit to go for the Polish keeper.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

However, Szczesny's reported weekly wages of £100,000 after tax can prove to be a major hurdle for Arsenal. He has one year left in his Bianconeri contract and it remains to be seen if he is willing to settle for the No.2 slot at Emirates. Meanwhile, another homegrown goalkeeper under Arsenal's radar is Brighton's Jason Steele. Whereas, Arsenal scouts are also monitoring Ajax goalkeeper Diant Ramaj. However, Ramaj's reluctance to sacrifice guaranteed playing time poses a potential obstacle to any transfer.

DID YOU KNOW?

Eddie Nketiah, Emile Smith Rowe, James Hillson, and Reiss Nelson are all expected to depart Arsenal in the summer which has prompted the club management to look for homegrown players across Europe. They are allegedly looking to further reinforce their squad with a defender, a midfielder and a forward as the North London outfit harbours lofty ambitions for next season.

WHAT NEXT?

Explained: Why Arsenal are considering a shock move to bring Wojciech Szczesny back from Juventus to replace Aaron Ramsdale | Goal.com South Africa

Arsenal are reportedly planning to execute a shock move for Juventus keeper Wojciech Szczesny to replace Aaron Ramsdale.