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Former Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey lined up for his first job as a full-time manager in League One

Former Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey is on Oxford United’s shortlist to replace Matt Bloomfield who left the club last week.

The 35-year-old, who retired from playing earlier this year, has held talks with League One Oxford over their vacant head coach position and is understood to have impressed despite his lack of management experience.

Ramsey did have a spell in charge as caretaker of Cardiff in 2025 after head coach Omer Riza was relieved of his duties. Ramsey drew two and lost one of his three games in charge.

Oxford are hoping to make a quick appointment in preparation for League One next season following their relegation from the Championship.

Former coach Matt Bloomfield was sacked after their relegation.

Aaron Ramsey could be headed for management – he is on the shortlist at Oxford United

The 42-year-old replaced Gary Rowett in January and despite some encouraging results and performances in the second half of the season, he was unable to keep them in the second tier.