Jordan Pickford is arguably one of the most underrated players in the Premier League.
Since joining Everton from Sunderland in 2017, Jordan Pickford has been one of the most consistent performers in the division.
Jeff Stelling reckons Everton would’ve been relegated without Pickford, as he became a perennial point saver during the tough years on Merseyside.
The 31-year-old has also been a mainstay in the England set-up and has helped his nation to consecutive European Championship finals under Gareth Southgate.
Thomas Tuchel is now the man in charge tasked with winning the World Cup next summer, and with that said, some inside information has just come out on his true thoughts on the Everton number one.
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
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Thomas Tuchel wasn’t initially convinced by Jordan Pickford
Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridges has revealed that he heard Tuchel wasn’t initially sure if Pickford would be his number one goalkeeper for England, however, his feelings have recently changed.
“He’s very well-liked among the England set-up,” Bridges said. “In terms Thomas Tuchel wanting to keep the continuity for who he picks for his squad and his 11, he doesn’t really have any complaints in terms of Jordan Pickford.
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“And it seems to me, when speaking to people in the England camp as well, Thomas Tuchel wasn’t overly sure about who his confirmed number one would be down the line, but he’s been really impressed with Jordan Pickford over the last few training camps, so there is no doubt he’s going to be a key member in this England side.”
"Thomas Tuchel has been really impressed with Jordan Pickford"
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Thomas Tuchel heaped praise on Jordan Pickford after Wales win
Pickford kept his eighth consecutive clean sheet for England last week, which broke Gordon Banks’ record of seven.
Speaking after the Wales win, Tuchel lauded the Everton shot-stopper.
“He’s a fantastic shot stopper,” the Three Lions boss said. “There is no doubt about it. Today there was a challenge for him because they pressed us high.
"Thomas Tuchel thinks the absolute world of him" 🤝
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“And we want to escape the pressing. We want to have the chance to escape the pressing, also with short passes, and not only with long shots from him. So, he did very well.
“He kept his composure. He kept calm. This is basically what we demand of him. He stayed calm, kept his focus.”