Goalkeepers now have new demands. Today, they are increasingly called upon to help build their team’s game. That’s why footwork has become a key skill for modern goalkeepers. Let’s take a look at the best goalkeepers who specialise in footwork.

These have shown just how much football has changed and how goalkeepers have had to adapt to meet the new demands of modern football.

Here are our top 10 goalkeepers with the best footwork.

1 – Manuel Neuer (Allemagne/ Bayern)

Bayern Munich’s German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is often regarded as one of the finest goalkeepers in the history of football. As well as his exceptional shot-stopping skills, Neuer is also renowned for his footwork. He is capable of distributing precise passes and is often involved in the construction of the Bavarians’ play.

2 – Ederson Moraes (Brasil/ Manchester City)

He’s a phenomenon! Ederson is another example of a modern goalkeeper with excellent footwork. He is known for his precise long passes, which often create goal-scoring opportunities for Pep Guardiola’s team.

3 – Andre Onana (Cameroon / Manchester United)

André Onana now plays for Manchester United. The Cameroonian is an excellent footie player. He is capable of making precise passes on the pitch, even under pressure. Which makes him a major asset for the Manchester United side. He showed his talent in the Champions League with Inter Milan. Transferred to Manchester United, Onana has struggled to establish himself in England but is gradually adapting.

4 – Marc-André ter Stegen (Allemagne/ Barça)

Another German! Ter Stegen is regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world. As well as his talent for stopping shots, he is also an excellent footie player. He is often involved in Barça’s build-up play and can create goal-scoring opportunities with his long, accurate passes.

5- Mike Maignan (France/ Milan AC)

The PSG-trained keeper has good footwork. Maignan is capable of making precise passes across the pitch and can often prevent counter-attacks with his quick clearances.

6- Jordan Pickford (England/ Everton)

Pickford is another phenomenon with excellent footwork. He is capable of making precise passes and is often involved in the construction of Everton’s play.

7 – Kevin Trapp (Allemagne/ Francfort)

Trapp is also a talented footie player. His clearances sometimes resemble passes, and his precision is formidable.

8 – Alisson Becker (Brasil/Liverpool)

We’ve already seen him deliver decisive passes, notably to Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Alisson has very good footwork.