Top 20 Premier League Goalkeepers in 2026
The Premier League has long been home to remarkable goalkeepers like Peter Schmeichel, Petr Cech, and Edwin van der Sar. The 2025/26 season, however, showcases a strong group of shot-stoppers blending classic skills with modern demands such as commanding the box and launching attacks.
This list evaluates the 20 best keepers currently playing, considering factors like clean sheets, their impact on their teams, passing ability, and save quality.
Criteria for Ranking
- Clean Sheets: Number of shutouts achieved, although team defensive strength is a factor.
- Importance to Club: Consistency in making crucial saves and overall influence regardless of club stature.
- Distribution: Ability to initiate offensive plays with accurate passing.
- Shot-Stopping: Skill in making key saves, especially in this demanding league.
Goalkeeper Profiles and Stats
- Martin Dubravka (Burnley): After years as a backup at Newcastle, Dubravka joined Burnley on a one-year deal. Despite the team's struggles, he brings calm leadership and dependable performances even at 37. Clean Sheets: 4
- Saves: 127
- Goals Against: 71
- Clean Sheets: 1
- Saves: 11
- Goals Against: 4
- Clean Sheets: 10
- Saves: 101
- Goals Against: 52
- Clean Sheets: 9
- Saves: 91
- Goals Against: 44
- Clean Sheets: 7
- Saves: 83
- Goals Against: 50
- Clean Sheets: 4
- Saves: 54
- Goals Against: 35
- Clean Sheets: 2
- Saves: 27
- Goals Against: 13
- Clean Sheets: 9
- Saves: 99
- Goals Against: 42
- Clean Sheets: 7
- Saves: 73
- Goals Against: 34
- Clean Sheets: 7
- Saves: 82
- Goals Against: 34
