Arsenal goalkeeper signs new contract at club, is it the end of Aaron Ramsdale at the Emirates?

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Arsenal have announced on Monday (June 24) that Karl Hein has signed a new contract at the club.

The Estonia international, who joined Arsenal in 2018, has signed a new contract with the club. Hein joined Arsenal from Nomme United, his hometown club, where he made his debut at the age of 16.

In the 2020-21 season, he featured in Arsenal's first-team squad for the first time during a Europa League game. He spent the second half of the 2021-22 season on loan at Championship side Reading, making five league appearances.

Hein made his full Arsenal debut in a Carabao Cup game against Brighton in November. Hein expressed his delight at extending his contract and continuing his journey with the club.

"I'm delighted to extend my contract and continue my journey in this amazing club after six years. Hopefully, there will be even more good memories and successes for the club," Hein said to Arsenal.

Sporting Director Edu praised Hein as an exciting prospect and a popular member of the squad, looking forward to seeing him progress in his career. Manager Mikel Arteta commended Hein's attitude and commitment to improvement and congratulated him on earning a new deal with the club.

Karl Hein's contract extension can be significant for the North London club as their long-standing no. 1 Aaron Ramsdale may leave the club this season. Ramsdale lost his first-choice status after David Raya's arrival on loan last season. With Raya also set to join the Gunners on a permanent deal, this may be curtains for the England custodian.