Aaron Ramsey might move to direct rivals - Nigel told Emery

Nigel Winterburn, who played over 400 games for Arsenal, has warned Unai Emery that rivals Chelsea and Manchester United will be at the front of the queue if Aaron Ramsey wants to leave Emirates.

The Wales international has developed into a crucial player for the Gunners since signing from Cardiff City back in 2008, and Unai Emery is desperate for him to stay.

 

But the north London outfit are struggling to tie the midfielder down to a new long-term contract, and Winterburn claims top European sides will be keeping an eye on his situation.

‘With less than a year remaining on his contract, Ramsey is in a very strong negotiating position and is also a very attractive proposition for a lot of big clubs around Europe,’ Winterburn told Sportingbet.

 

‘I’m sure lots of top clubs are monitoring the situation and are ready to poach him. I think Manchester United and Chelsea will both battle it out to sign him if they feel he is seriously considering leaving Arsenal.

‘I don’t think he could get into the Manchester City and Liverpool teams, but it would hurt Arsenal fans to see another of their superstars leave to a Premier League rival.’

Winterburn added: ‘I think Ramsey isn’t committing to a new Arsenal contract because he wants to see where they finish this season.

‘With a new manager coming in, there’s a lot of uncertainty around the club and I would probably do the same.

‘I think Ramsey loves the club, but he is looking around the dressing room and he isn’t convinced this group of players can qualify for major honours in the near future.