Real Madrid Veteran Ranks Arsenal Player Among World’s Top Two
Real Madrid’s Thibaut Courtois recently highlighted Arsenal’s David Raya as one of the top two goalkeepers globally, setting aside his own standing. This acknowledgment came during a media interaction where Courtois shared his current rankings of goalkeepers.
Courtois’ Goalkeeper Rankings
In a light-hearted moment, Courtois stated, “Best three goalkeepers in the world now? I will step aside,” before revealing his selections. His top three included:
- Jan Oblak (3rd)
- Alisson (2nd)
- David Raya (1st)
Raya’s Performance and Recognition
David Raya has made a significant impact this season, achieving 11 clean sheets so far. However, some pundits believe he remains underrated. Much of the praise for his clean sheets is often directed towards Arsenal’s strong defensive unit.
Despite this perception, Raya consistently demonstrates his skill during crucial moments with crucial saves. Furthermore, he excels at claiming crosses, ranking in the 95th percentile for this metric according to FBref.
Raya’s Skillset
Beyond shot-stopping, Raya is proficient at playing out from the back. His ability to execute both long passes and short, controlled plays helps Arsenal manage pressure effectively and maintain possession.
Overall, David Raya’s well-rounded abilities have garnered respect from his peers, affirming his status among the elite goalkeepers in the world today.
