England manager Gareth Southgate is set to cast a keen eye over Alex McCarthy’s performance for Southampton as they take on Everton at Goodison Park.
The Three Lions boss is weighing up his goalkeeping options ahead of upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Switzerland and Spain.
Jack Butland’s failure to secure a move back to the Premier League appears to have lessened his chances of international recognition, while Burnley’s Nick Pope is recovering from a dislocated shoulder.
This has led Southgate to widen his search for quality goalkeeping options to integrate into his England squad, with the Telegraph claiming that McCarthy is a player who greatly interests him.
Everton’s Jordan Pickford remains Southgate’s first choice goalkeeper and will also be looking to impress the England boss when he comes up against Southampton this weekend.
Nevertheless, it seems McCarthy has a big opportunity to take centre stage and shine, with Southgate keen to see more of the Saints star.
