Aaron Ramsey says Arsenal's future hinges on keeping Robin van Persie.

Ramsey insists Arsenal will end up taking a massive step backwards if they cash in on him.

Ramsey said: "It's important we keep Robin if we want to be title contenders. He has proven this season what his value to the team is with the amount of goals he has scored.

"He was our top scorer, won the Golden Boot and the Player of the Year awards so any team would want to keep him. Arsenal are no different. Hopefully he will stay with us."