Ramsdale makes Newcastle call after just two appearances

The England goalkeeper is on a season-long loan at Newcastle from Southampton.

And after four months on Tyneside, Ramsdale has decided he wants to sign permanently, says ChronicleLive.

Ramsdale has managed just two appearances - both in the Carabao Cup - with England teammate Nick Pope regarded ahead of him. But he is still keen to stay long-term.

Newcastle have paid a loan fee of £4m, with Saints expected to demand £20m to sell Ramsdale outright. There is no permanent option in the deal, but Saints are prepared to sell for the right price.