Aaron Ramsdale, the goalkeeper for Arsenal, displayed a white-out adidas Predator Prototype, which includes the return of the iconic fold-over tongue. demonstrating that he doesn’t run from the limelight when it’s directed at him.

Some have claimed that the new Predator ought to have the renowned tongue, which was a crucial component of the silo from the beginning until its swift reappearance following a temporary absence. We got our first glimpse at the upcoming Predator, which is anticipated to release around the end of this year, thanks to Aaron Ramsdale. adidas looks to be giving in to fan desires, as the extended tongue—which was last seen on the 2007 Powerswerve and probably previous Predators—will now be available.

When Ramsdale donned a whiteout version of the footwear during a recent training session, it was evident that the tongue had returned. Although the boots are clearly from a more recent generation, their tongue and the reappearance of rubber pads in place of spikes give them the appearance of a classic Predator from 2000–2007. This is made quite evident by the soleplate and logo.

It makes perfect sense that not everyone finds tongues attractive; with today’s boot designs, tongues are mostly superfluous. Ramsdale was spotted wearing a pair of the new Predator sneakers, this time in a whiteout design, along with the laceless versions, suggesting that he is just one of many people who appeal to this market.

The tongue is replaced with a silver tone collar-wrapping accent.

Adidas typically launches new versions of their iconic silo shoe line throughout the winter and early spring, as is customary. Here’s a look at the next boot, which has us already checking our bank accounts.