5 best goalkeeping prospects in the Premier League right now

#1 Jordan Pickford (Everton)

Pickford barking orders to his backline during their game against Southampton earlier this term

It was always going to be tough to decide who'd top this list, but given his age, potential to improve further and current ability, the number one spot is deserved for Jordan Pickford.

During a rather frustrating season from Everton's perspective, one of few bright sparks has been their goalkeeper - which actually speaks volumes about their defensive issues.

Having sealed a £30m move from Sunderland in the summer, the transfer fee caused somewhat of a storm given the fact that Pickford had only one season of Premier League experience prior to the deal. However, he'd shown sufficient potential to usurp Everton's existing goalkeepers at the time - Joel Robles and Maarten Stekelenburg - while it was never likely that he'd drop down a division alongside his former team-mates.

His distribution and shot-stopping are his standout attributes and although he's made a few mistakes, it's part of the learning process for him. Still only 23, Pickford has carried himself well and importantly, not shied away from making bold decisions in the face of adversity.

It should be no surprise then, that he's being tipped to challenge Butland as England's first-choice goalkeeper over the next decade while Manchester United are reportedly looking at him as their potential replacement for de Gea, should he leave anytime soon.