According to BBC Sport, Eckert stated that Ramsdale still has a role at the club to "support the team", despite his reduced status. Eckert's comments suggest that Ramsdale will continue to be part of the group, albeit in a supporting capacity. Ramsdale's situation at Southampton is complex, given the club's current second-tier status and the presence of Daniel Peretz as their first-choice goalkeeper. Peretz was signed permanently over the summer following a successful loan last season, and Eckert has reaffirmed his commitment to the former Bayern Munich and Hamburg keeper.
The head coach has also backed George Long as their second-choice goalkeeper, while Jamie Jones returned to the club on deadline day. Ramsdale's reduced status at the club is a result of his failure to secure a move away during the transfer window. The goalkeeper has been playing for Southampton's under-21 team this season, something Eckert revealed Ramsdale asked to do. With the transfer window now closed, it appears that Ramsdale will remain at St Mary's until at least January, when Southampton will face a crucial match against their second-tier rivals.