More Than Hierarchy, It Will Be a Race for Starting Goalkeeper: Provedel Challenges Martinez
Pre-season friendlies have clarified one aspect: there will not be a fixed hierarchy between Martinez and Provedel; instead, it might be a true race for the starting goalkeeper position between the two.
Josep Good, But Some Insecurities; Provedel Experienced
For Josep Martinez, who will start ahead of Provedel for now, this is his very first year as a starter for a big team after two years behind Sommer with limited opportunities. The Spaniard arrived two years ago from Genoa for 15 million euros. He has shown himself to be a good goalkeeper, but in recent outings, some uncertainty with his feet has been noted, and at times, insecurity in high catches. This carries some unnecessary risk, which could sooner or later lead to serious errors.
Ivan Provedel comes with years at Lazio, where he established himself as a high-level goalkeeper, as evidenced by the Serie A Goalkeeper MVP award in 2023. He brings significant experience, solidity, and composure. He will start behind Pepo, but from his early performances, he has already shown he can make a strong case for himself. The goalkeeper position doesn't have a truly established starter at this moment; Pepo is first and Provedel is second, but the situation could completely reverse in the coming months. The former Lazio keeper is ready to compete for the starting spot between the posts.
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