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#3 Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid)
Thibaut Courtois has been one of the world's best goalkeepers for the better part of the decade and is hitting new heights with reigning Spanish champions Real Madrid. The Belgian shot-stopper is one of Real Madrid's most important players at the moment and seems to be improving with every passing day.
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Thibaut Courtois endured a difficult first season at Real Madrid and earned severe criticism as a result. The former Chelsea star has not let his sceptics affect his confidence, however, and has managed to become one of La Liga's best goalkeepers over the past two years.
The Real Madrid man has conceded only 24 goals in what has been a difficult 30 league games for Los Blancos. With Real Madrid suffering from a series of defensive injuries this season, Thibaut Courtois has come into his own and is effectively spearheading his team's bid for the La Liga crown.
#2 Keylor Navas (Paris Saint-Germain)
Despite Paris Saint-Germain's struggles in Ligue 1 this season, Keylor Navas' performances have been a beacon of hope for fans of the reigning French champions. The Costa Rican shot-stopper remains one of the most reliable players in the world in his position and his stock has risen as a result of a string of splendid performances this season.
Keylor Navas has been exceptional in the UEFA Champions League this season and his performances in recent weeks have effectively made him a cult hero at the club. The 34-year-old goalkeeper has been Paris Saint-Germain's saving grace this season and remains one of Pochettino's trusted senior players.
The former Real Madrid shot-stopper has pulled off some stunning saves this season and is guiding Paris Saint-Germain past some of Europe's biggest teams in the Champions League. With Keylor Navas between the sticks, Neymar and his charges may well have a legitimate shot at winning the continent's most coveted footballing trophies.
#1 Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid)
Jan Oblak has arguably been the best shot-stopper in the world for the better part of the last five years. The Slovenian international has been the primary reason for Atletico Madrid's defensive solidity and his impeccable skills have complemented Diego Simeone's philosophy to perfection.
Atletico Madrid are known for their goalkeeping gems and Jan Oblak has arguably been the best of the lot. Los Colchoneros have the best defensive record in La Liga this season and owe much of their success to Jan Oblak.
Atletico Madrid are mounting a serious title challenge this season and will need their goalkeeper to step up to the plate ahead of a difficult series of weeks. Jan Oblak has been instrumental to Atletico Madrid's performances in the past and will play a pivotal role in Diego Simeone's title run this season.
Honourable Mentions: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Gianluigi Donnarumma (AC Milan), Ederson Moraes (Manchester City), Mike Maignan (Lille)
