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Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has named Manuel Neuer, Thibaut Courtois, Gianluigi Buffon and Iker Casillas as the four best goalkeepers in history.
Raya's four picks
Raya gave his list in an interview with GOAL FanZone. The Spain international has just been named in the 2026 FIFPRO Men's World XI for the first time.
According to FIFPRO, 10,278 professional players from around the world took part in the vote that put Raya in the team.
Why those four stood out
Raya began with Neuer, the Bayern Munich goalkeeper whose sweeping style outside his area changed how the position is played over the last 15 years. Neuer has also been named in the FIFPRO team of the year four times.
Courtois, of Real Madrid, was Raya's second choice. The Belgium international has built his reputation on standout performances in major European matches, especially in the Champions League.
Buffon was next. The Juventus and Italy great was named in the FIFPRO shortlist 10 times during his career.
Raya closed with Casillas, the former Spain captain and 2010 World Cup winner. Casillas was included in the FIFPRO team of the year five times.