Asian Cup 2019: 5 goalkeepers to watch out for

#4 Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (India)

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has developed himself immensely in the past few years

Starting from scratch, Indian goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu has developed himself immensely in the past few years. He has been one of backbone for India in recent times with his impressive performances.

Gurpreet started his professional career with East Bengal and gradually became the first choice goalkeeper for the club. He played two I-League seasons with the club and produced some wonderful performances.

But it was his stint with Norwegian club Stabaek FC that made him what he is now. During his time with Stabaek, Gurpreet became more matured, got to know more technical aspects of his game and became supremely fit. He is the first Indian footballer to play UEFA Europa League match and also the first Indian to play any top division European football league.

He came back to India in 2017 and signed for Bengaluru, by far the best club in India. Gurpreet has been in absolute form this season. Having played every minute of Bengaluru’s 11 matches, Gurpreet conceded just eight goals, the least among all the teams. He kept four clean sheets.

He is also in red-hot form with his India colours. The recent performances against China, Jordan and Oman justify that.