The next instalment of the Merseyside Derby is now less than two weeks away for Everton and Liverpool.
It was only a matter of weeks ago when David Moyes’ side were able to secure a dramatic late draw against their city rivals.
James Tarkowski wrote his name in Everton history with his stunning equaliser in the final-ever Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park.
Everton will make the short trip to Anfield after the international break after Liverpool have just been handed a double injury blow.
Jordan Pickford will be coming into the game fresh off the first England camp of Thomas Tuchel’s tenure.
The goalkeeper has been in fine form this season, but he thinks there’s one Liverpool playing doing something no one else can match.
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Everton’s Jordan Pickford hails one Liverpool player as the best
Pickford has approved Everton potentially re-signing John Stones during his latest England call-up.
However, he has also spoken incredibly highly about another player from a Premier League club, which some Everton fans may not appreciate.
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Speaking to TNT Sports, Pickford has named the best goalkeepers in certain aspects of the game, with Alisson Becker receiving some big praise from the 31-year-old.
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England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford rates his fellow Premier League goalkeepers 🧤 Would you change any of his selections? 👀
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Attribute Total
Distribution Ederson
Reflexes Jordan Pickford
One-on-ones Alisson Becker
Saving penalties Jordan Pickford
Influence on their team Alisson Becker
It has been an impressive season for the Everton goalkeeper with Alan Shearer even praising Pickford’s displays.
Everton fans will just be hoping it is their own goalkeeper who comes out on top in two week’s time in the Merseyside Derby.
Jordan Pickford’s impressive penalty record this season
During this England camp, Pickford is closing in on an England record for appearances and clean sheets held by the national side’s goalkeepers.
The 31-year-old has established himself in both the England and Everton side over the years as the nation’s best.
And he backed himself against some of his Premier League rivals in the discussion with TNT Sports.
Pickford would be right in doing so as he has been able to save more penalties (2) than any other goalkeeper this season.
The England number one has prevented both Anthony Gordon and Erling Haaland from converting a penalty against him.
During the game at the Etihad, Pickford could be seen putting off Haaland with some mind games before the spot kick was taken.
Those saves prevented Everton from losing either of those games, with Pickford’s importance there for all to see.