5 best goalkeeping prospects in the Premier League right now

#5 Matt Macey (Arsenal)

Macey impressed on his first-team debut during Arsenal's win over Norwich in the Carabao Cup

A towering figure, it's certainly been a long but rewarding journey into Arsenal's senior side for Matt Macey. Now 23, he excelled at youth level and has been given opportunities to earn first-team experience elsewhere in England, with Accrington Stanley and Luton in recent seasons.

Luton fans themselves were bemoaning the loss of his presence in-between the posts, having been recalled following a Petr Cech injury midway through the loan spell last term. It's easy to see why.

Not only is he a commanding presence, one who catches the ball high and is equally comfortable with the ball at his feet for such a big man, he has a calming influence on team-mates when they know he's around.

He kept a clean sheet during his UEFA Europa League debut against Red Star Belgrade in November, making two important saves to keep his side level, while he was equally impressive during their Carabao Cup home victory over Championship side Norwich with Arsene Wenger opting for an inexperienced crop on the evening.

Back in 2015, Cech tipped Macey to have a big future and as the pair have trained together since it's not a surprise that Matt has continued to build confidence in the company of more experienced rivals.

Cech is 35 now and has struggled to reach his world-class form from his successful Chelsea days, while David Ospina is not deemed good enough to be Arsenal's first-choice goalkeeper. With that in mind, there's no reason why Macey cannot stake a claim to be moved up in the pecking order this summer, regardless of what happens elsewhere.

He signed a new long-term contract extension in December so it's clear that the Gunners believe he's got a future at the club. Having already made his first-team debut this term, he'll be hoping to play on a regular basis sooner rather than later, as he's worked so hard to earn recognition for his ability.