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Unai Emery in the dark over Aaron Ramsey contract as Arsenal star continues to stall

Gunners head coach wants the Welshman to remain at Arsenal - but the decision lies with the midfielder

ARSENAL head coach Unai Emery remains uncertain on Aaron Ramsey's future at the club, according to reports.

The Gunners boss wants the Welshman to remain at the Emirates Stadium, but the midfielder is yet to put pen-to-paper on a new contract.

 Emery has enjoyed working with Ramsey since taking over from Arsene Wenger
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Emery has enjoyed working with Ramsey since taking over from Arsene WengerCredit: Getty - Contributor
 Emery won his first match as Arsenal's new head coach, beating Boreham Wood 8-0 on Saturday
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Emery won his first match as Arsenal's new head coach, beating Boreham Wood 8-0 on SaturdayCredit: Getty - Contributor

Ramsey has just one year left on his current deal, with Arsenal facing the prospect of selling him this summer to ensure he does not go on a free transfer in 12 months' time, as reported by .

And Emery is unaware of his reasons for not renewing his contract.

The Arsenal boss said: "This is one question for the player, the club, but my opinion - I said to them - I think he is one important player for me.

"I'm very happy with him. Every day every training session he is with the ambition I want. He is working with quality. I want to work with him."

Emery showed his faith his the Welshman by handing Ramsey the captain's armband in his first match as Arsenal head coach in the 8-0 win at Boreham Wood.

While the Spaniard is keen to keep him, the midfielder has yet to agree to a new deal and could sell him in order to avoid letting him go for nothing next season.

Chelsea, Manchester United and Juventus are among those keen to take Ramsey away from the the Gunners.

It would likely force Emery back into the transfer market, having previously stated that his business was concluded barring any sensational deals being available.

 Ramsey was handed the captain's armband in the 8-0 win over Boreham Wood, but still remains uncertain over his future
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Ramsey was handed the captain's armband in the 8-0 win over Boreham Wood, but still remains uncertain over his futureCredit: Getty - Contributor
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