“He has excellent game awareness and is skilled in ball control,” Stam added. “He is always very composed and confident. Sometimes he deliberately delays his actions to draw in opposing players before making a decisive pass through the center.
“Many fans may wonder what he is doing at times, but they need to familiarize themselves with this style of play. This is how modern goalkeepers, who are confident in their ball handling abilities, operate and find the right passing opportunities.
“He is also highly proficient with his left foot, in addition to his right foot. He is not afraid to utilize both, which is a remarkable trait for a goalkeeper. He is an athletic presence in the goal, which is incredibly thrilling to witness.”
