Amidst rumors that the Rangers star could be included in Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad alongside Everton’s £30 million man, Jordan Pickford has paid respect to his fellow England goalkeeper Jack Butland.
There were those who believed that Jack Butland’s international career came to an end when the former stopper for Crystal Palace, Leeds, and Manchester United relocated north of the line in the summer of 2023.
Butland’s England prospects are being supported by Graeme Souness and Barry Ferguson ahead of the upcoming European Championships, so there’s a chance—albeit a slim one—that Pickford will be joined in the Three Lions camp by a man who last played for his country six years ago.
In response to a question concerning the Rangers player’s extraordinary performance in Glasgow, the £30 million Everton goalkeeper said he was impressed with how well he handled one of the most demanding positions in British football.
But you can be sure that Pickford will put up a fierce fight to keep his England berth.
Pickford, who has always been among the first names on the squad sheet under Southgate, tells talkSPORT (6 March, 12pm) that “nothing is ever given.” You must put all into it. On the training field, performance is attained by hard labor.
“Jack is playing well this season after moving up to the Rangers. Either Jack and I or the manager, though. We’ll let him make the final decision.
Rangers lead the Scottish Premiership table because of Butland, and they will play Benfica in the Europa League last-16 on Thursday. The seasoned goalkeeper, who joined on a free transfer from Crystal Palace, has amassed an impressive resume of outstanding performances. Last week, Philippe Clement’s team overcame a two-goal deficit to win in Ayrshire thanks to a typically cat-like save at Rugby Park.
The Daily Mail is told by Gers veteran Souness that Jack Butland is an excellent goalkeeper. “And in my opinion, he ought to be considered for the Euros because I reside in England and watch more English games than Scottish ones.
“In my opinion, he is on par with, if not superior to, any England goalkeeper playing right now. Since Jordan Pickford of Everton is occupying the box seat, it is his shirt for the time being. However, Jack is an exceptional performer.
“With a goalkeeper of his caliber, Rangers ought to be jubilant, since I firmly feel he ought to be considered for the England squad. He is an excellent goalie.
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