Heurelho Gomes

Heurelho da Silva Gomes commonly known as Heurelho Gomes or just Gomes, is a Brazilian goalkeeper, who is currently playing for Bundesliga side 1899 Hoffenheim, on loan from Tottenham Hotspur. He previously made a name for himself at Dutch club PSV. He made his debut for the Eindhoven club against Red Star Belgrade on 11 August of 2004. Even though he conceded two goals in his debut against RBC, which PSV won 5–2, he proved himself to be a reliable goalkeeper. He played a major part in PSV\'s four latest consecutive titles in the Eredivisie and in the great European achievements. In the Eredivisie, Gomes was known for his outstanding reflexes, which saved points for PSV more than once. Also his trademark throwing ability is well known. Gomes is able to throw the ball all the way deep into the opponents half. Gomes signed for Tottenham Hotspur on 27 June 2008 for a fee was believed to be around £7.8 million. Gomes played his first game in Tottenham Hotspur colours in a pre-season friendly match on 19 July 2008 against Segunda División B side Dénia, which Tottenham won 4–2. Tottenham lost their two opening games 2–1 to Middlesbrough and Sunderland respectively, but his presence in goal helped Spurs earn their first point of the season with a draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. On the 3 April 2010, he made two penalty saves out of three against in a 3–1 defeat away at Sunderland. On the 14 April 2010, Gomes\' fine form aided Spurs in picking up their first League victory over Arsenal in 21 meetings. On the final day of the January 2013 transfer window, Gomes agreed to join the German team 1899 Hoffenheim on loan until the end of the season. On 2 February, Gomes made his debut as Hoffenheim won 2-1 against Freiburg. Gomes made his debut for Brazil in 2003 CONCACAF Gold Cup.