SAINTS goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale insists he has "no bad blood" despite swapping a Premier League title race for a relegation scrap this summer.
The 26 year old signed a four-year contract at St Mary's in a move from Arsenal which is worth an initial £18million, rising to £25million.
Ramsdale immediately became Russell Martin's number one and made his Saints debut in the 3-1 defeat at Brentford last time out.
The former Sheffield United and AFC Bournemouth man was the starting Gunners goalie before losing his place to Spaniard David Raya last season.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta signed Raya permanently and limited five-England-cap Ramsdale from 38 to just six Premier League appearances.
"I’ve been around football long enough that the manager’s decision is the manager’s decision," Ramsdale told talkSPORT, in a new interview.
“I tried my best to change his mind and force my way back in. His mind was set and at the same time David had a great season.
“You can have all the upset or qualms about being taken out but when someone else is delivering, you’ve just got to take it on the chin.
“It was tough but I’ve found a new home and I’m looking forward to playing again. You move on, there’s no bad blood and you’ve got to restart your career again.
“It was a really difficult season but my character and personality, I started the game by enjoying it but when it gets taken away, it’s tough.
“That’s why unfortunately you have to move on but I’m happy about where I’m at now," Ramsdale added, referencing his new club.
“I’m looking forward to getting some games under my belt here. We play them in a few weeks time which will be a nice return."
Ramsdale insists he must perform to keep his place ahead of shot-stopper Alex McCarthy, who helped Saints get promoted from the Championship.
McCarthy, 34, stepped in after Gavin Bazunu, 22, suffered a ruptured Achilles injury in April. Bazunu has not been registered in the Premier League.
Ramsdale said: "I think it comes with the territory of having one player in a position, it’s down to me to deliver on the pitch.
"If I don’t then they will be pushing hard behind me. I already have a good relationship with them but they’ll be ready to push me.
"I’ll be ready to defend them off but ultimately it’s all about me and how I perform.”
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