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Ramsdale wins Player of the Month

Aaron Ramsdale has won the Michael Matthews Player of the Month award for January.

The England under-21 international has made three appearances for the Cherries this month and was particularly pivotal in the 3-1 win over Brighton, winning man-of-the-match for his performance. 

His seven saves that evening, including a fine stop to tip Aaron Mooy's curling effortover the bar, were crucial as his side held on for a big three points under the lights at Vitality Stadium. 

Ramsdale won the accolade with a huge 63% of the vote, beating off competition from Dominic Solanke (18%), Nathan Ake (12%) and Jefferson Lerma (7%). 

He will now pick up the award from representatives of Michael Matthews ahead of Saturday's Premier League game with Aston Villa.