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Goalkeeping is the toughest job in football as it requires a lot of concentration. A goalkeeper can go a long time without making a save and may be called into action any time in the match. There is not a single position in football where you need more concentration. A goalkeeper on his day can make saves left, right and center, and may have a match of his life.
But if you make a mistake, all those worldly saves are forgotten and the goalkeeper is slacked for that mistake, even though he might have been brilliant for the whole match. The goalkeepers never really get the limelight that they deserve.
Goalkeeping is the hardest job in football and it is even harder now. In the modern era of football, a goalkeeper has to be a good shot-stopper and also should have the technical ability to play the ball at their feet. This can be seen in Pep Guardiola's philosophy and also Barcelona's.
We are already past the halfway mark of the 2018/19 season of the Premier League and we have seen some brilliant goal-keeping displays from some players. So, without further ado, here are the top 5 goalkeepers in the Premier League at the moment.
Statistics used:- One Football
#5 Lukasz Fabianski
Fabianski was signed by West Ham in the summer this season from a relegated Swansea. Fabianski has again proved that he is a very reliable Premier League goalkeeper. He has been brilliant for the Hammers this season and has made some crucial saves throughout this campaign.
He has improved leaps and bounds from his days at Arsenal. He has almost eradicated the little errors that he would make in his days at Arsenal. He has proved to be a very reliable last line of defense for West Ham with his safe handling and the brave saves that he makes from point blank range.
He's very good in one on one situations and really commands his box very well. His form will be essential for the Hammers, if they end the season in the top half of the Premier League.
In terms of stats this season in the Premier League, Fabianski has kept 4 clean sheets so far and has made 3.7 saves per game. He has conceded 1.48 goals per game and has made 1 penalty save. He has made a total of 86 saves this season.
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#4 Hugo Lloris
Lloris was looking a bit indecisive during the early part of the season and it may have been due to the World Cup win. But the Spurs number one now has regained his top form and as have the Spurs side. Lloris is a goalkeeper who is brave in his choices and commands his area very well.
He always tries to come for the crosses and makes sensational full stretch almost every week. The French international has been a long-serving player for Tottenham and is an absolutely vital part of Mauricio Pochettino's side. Tottenham need their star man's good form in between the sticks to continue as they look forward to a top-four finish.
In terms of stats this season in the Premier League, Lloris has kept 8 clean sheets so far and has made 3.2 saves per game. He has conceded 0.95 goals per game and has made no penalty save. He has made a total of 50 saves this season.
#3 Ederson
Ederson had a fantastic 2017/18 season, but the Brazilian has seen his form dip slightly this campaign. He has made a few mistakes and has made rash decisions as he has given a few penalties away. But still, the Brazilian continues to be an important part of the Pep Guardiola philosophy.
Barring a few mistakes, the 25-year-old has looked solid between the sticks this season and he is arguably the best goalkeeper in the world with the ball at his feet. His ability on the ball and willingness to sweep behind his defense remains vital for City defensively.
The Brazilian is also very important in starting attacks from the back or counter-attacks as his distribution is splendid. Ederson will continue to remain a vital part for City as they look to win a second consecutive Premier League title.
In terms of stats this season in the Premier League, Ederson has kept 10 clean sheets so far and has made 1.7 saves per game. He has conceded 0.74 goals per game and has made no penalty save. He has made a total of 40 saves this season.
#2 Alisson Becker
Alisson arrived at the Anfield for a huge fee and with very high expectations and the Brazil number one is justifying both of them currently. The 26-year-old is the part of a defense that has kept the most number of clean sheets thus far.
The confidence he has spread throughout his back-line has liberated the front-line of Jurgen Klopp's side, and while he has made some errors in the matches against Manchester United and Leicester City noticeably, the Brazilian has been making huge stops every now and then.
Rarely has he put any foot wrong and also his ability on the ball makes him an important part of Jurgen Klopp's side. He has instigated many attacks from the back for the Reds, noticeably against Burnley, Fulham and Arsenal. The Brazilian need to be at the top of his form as Liverpool look to win the Premier League title.
In terms of stats this season in the Premier League, Alisson has kept 13 clean sheets so far and has made 2.1 saves per game. He has conceded 0.57 goals per game and has made 1 penalty save. He has made a total of 48 saves this season.
#1 David De Gea
David De Gea is arguably the best goalkeeper in the world and he has been delivering for Manchester United for a long time. On his day, it is almost impossible to beat the Spaniard and wonder why Manchester United fans call him "David De God". Manchester United have had an average season so far but he has been at his usual best.
After a horrible World Cup, the Spanish international has been as solid as ever for the Red Devils between the sticks. Some of the saves that he makes are almost superhuman and his agility, reflexes are matched by almost no one in the world.
His recent performance against Tottenham at Wembley just goes on to show why he is the best goalkeeper in the Premier League. His contract with Manchester United runs down in the summer of 2020 and United will be looking to tie their superstar by offering him a long term contract. His form will be key for United as they aim to finish in the Champions League spots.
In terms of stats this season in the Premier League, De Gea has kept 4 clean sheets so far and has made 3.6 saves per game. He has conceded 1.43 goals per game and has made no penalty save. He has made a total of 82 saves this season.
