Football legend Himan reveals the five goalkeepers in the history of the Premier League. Do you agree with it?

Whenever people discuss the best goalkeeper in Premier League history, David Heeman's name will never be absent. This former Arsenal star and England international is still a benchmark in the English football goalkeeper position, and there are very few players who can reach the level he sets.

In Heaman's career, there are too many unforgettable moments - the glory of the Premier League champion and the shocking saves made in the FA Cup against Sheffield United later in his career have all become classics in the hearts of fans. But even though he has outstanding strength, when asked about the candidate for "the five goalkeepers in Premier League history", Heemann firmly did not put himself on the list.

In this list, the ranking arrangement of Brazilian goalkeepers Alisson and Ederson is even more eye-catching. Next, let’s take a look at who these five Premier League legendary goalkeepers selected by Himan are.

Fifth place: David De Gea (Manchester United)

De Gea's Manchester United career ended, perhaps some people feel that his legendary color has been discounted, but we must not forget: in the most difficult and dark period of the Red Devils, it was this Spanish goalkeeper who stood up and became the team's "life-saving hero".

In his career, De Gea was elected Manchester United "Matt Busby Player of the Year" 4 times and won the Premier League Golden Gloves twice. With his lightning reaction speed and his untimely saves, he pulled the team back from the brink of defeat many times. However, his passing ability has always been criticized, and the outside world's excessive attention to this shortcoming has gradually affected his overall performance, and the number of mistakes in the game has begun to increase.

De Gea, who now plays for Fiorentina, once again proves to the world with his strength: he still has the level of a top goalkeeper.

De Gea Premier League career data Number of appearances: 415 times Number of clean sheets: 147 times Premier League champion: 1

4th place: Alisson Becker (Liverpool)

Today, Alisson has long been recognized as one of the best goalkeepers in the world, but in Heeman's list, the Liverpool No. 1 goalkeeper ranked fourth.

That year, after German goalkeeper Karius made a major mistake in the 2018 Champions League final, Alisson joined Liverpool, becoming the "last piece of the Reds' championship puzzle".

Since then, Alisson has become an indispensable part of Liverpool's success. In the Premier League, the only thing that can hinder him is injuries. However, Himan also admitted that although Alisson performed well, he actually prefers another Brazilian goalkeeper.

Alisson Premier League career data Number of appearances: 235 times Number of clean sheets: 97 times Premier League champions: 2

Third place: Ederson (Manchester City)

In the summer of 2025, Ederson's Manchester City career suddenly came to an end - Guardiola chose to sign James Trafford and Gianluigi Donnarumma to replace him.

But in the eight seasons at Etihad Stadium, Ederson was undoubtedly an absolute success, and he won six Premier League champions alone.

Shiman is Ederson's "loyal fan". He once commented on Ederson: "I just like Ederson's football style and don't do fancy things. Many times he seems to have nothing to do, but once he needs it, he can always make wonderful saves. And his left foot ability is simply incredible."

Ederson Premier League career data Number of appearances: 276 times Number of clean sheets: 122 times Premier League champions: 6

Second place: Peter Cech (Chelsea, Arsenal)

The one who is one step away from reaching the top was the legendary goalkeeper Peter Cech. Cech's most glorious period was the stage of playing for Chelsea. Under Jose Mourinho, he became the first barrier to the "Blue Army"'s iron-walled defense line, completely changing the Premier League goalkeeper's playing style.

The Chelsea defense line built by the "special one" (Murinho) back then was almost "unbreakable". Even after Mourinho left, the Czech star still maintained a top-level position in the Premier League, and this state lasted for more than ten years.

Even after joining Arsenal, he won his third place and the last Premier League gold glove in his career.

Chech maintains a record of zero-shooting times in the Premier League single season - 24 times.

Cech Premier League career data Number of appearances: 443 times Number of clean sheets: 202 times Premier League champions: 4

No. 1: Peter Schmeichel (Manchester United, Aston Villa, Manchester City)

Although at the peak of his career, Himan and Schmeichel were opponents on the court, when selecting the "Best goalkeeper in Premier League history", Himan did not hesitate to vote for Schmeichel. This "Danish giant" is still the best goalkeeper in Manchester United's history. You should know that in Manchester United's goalkeeper genealogy, there are many players who can compete with him, which is enough to prove Schmeichel's strength.

Schmeichel's control over the penalty area is unmatched, and his top physical fitness, reaction speed, and long pass ability to directly launch a fatal counterattack make him the team's "stabilizing needle".

Schmeichel made an indelible contribution to Manchester United's ability to dominate the Premier League in the 1990s (eventually won the triple crown). It is more worth mentioning that without him, the Denmark would never have been able to perform a "dark horse miracle" in the 1992 European Cup. These are enough to demonstrate Schmeichel's legendary status.

Schmeichel's Premier League career data Number of appearances: 310 times Number of clean sheets: 128 times Premier League champions: 5

For Himan's "Five Premier League goalkeepers" list, some people recognize his objectiveness, while others raise questions about the ranking of Brazil's double stars.

Who is the best goalkeeper in your heart in Premier League history? Welcome to leave your opinions in the comment section.