Jordan Pickford has been Everton’s standout player in the last few seasons.
The former Sunderland ace has emerged as a top goalkeeper since joining the Goodison Park outfit, earning the England number one spot and making over 300 appearances.
The 31-year-old is under contract until 2027 but could attract interest in the summer transfer window as a result of his performances for the Toffees.
The 75-cap international has decided on his future ahead of a pivotal transition period for the Blues as the Friedkin Group implements their changes.
Pickford set to agree new deal at Everton
A report from Alan Nixon, via his Patreon (11 May) claims that the Three Lions stopper wants to stay with the Blues due to his relationship with David Moyes.
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Iconic commentator Ian Darke believes that it makes perfect sense for the L4 outfit to keep the veteran around.
Speaking exclusively to Goodison News, he said: “I think it is fantastic, why would you want anyone else when you have got Jordan Pickford?
“Season in, season out, he has been a terrific goalkeeper for them and you know, they have kept him all that time.
“When you think about it, there is no serious opposition to him as England’s number one goalkeeper in all these years.
“So yeah, great deal.”
Everton will be delighted with Pickford decision
Keeping the England stopper on Merseyside for the foreseeable future is a huge boost for the Toffees.
He is absolutely good enough to play for one of the elite sides in the Premier League, given his exploits for the Blues and the national team.
StatsEvertonEnglandMatches31875Conceded44653Clean sheets8837Minutes played28,5736,945Pickford’s stats for the Blues and the Three Lions.
The relationship that he has with the likes of James Tarkowski and Jarrad Branthwaite will be vital to Moyes’ ambitions to take his side up the table next season.
It is rare to see an elite player show such loyalty to a club in the modern era, so Pickford’s decision will be a huge relief for supporters.
It is also a sign that he believes that the Merseysiders are set for success under the new ownership as they make the move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium as he could leave to win trophies but is set to stay put.
