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Jordan Pickford

FOOTBALL MANAGER 26 · PLAYER REPORT

Jordan Pickford

England flagEverton · England

GKFM26 launch age 31Progressor

SCOUTING SUMMARY

Modern goalkeeper who supports the defensive line and gives build-up an additional passing option.

PLAYING STYLEManages the space around the penalty area, stays ready for the second action and gives defenders a calm reset option.

FM26 TACTICAL FITUse as a Sweeper Keeper on support behind a medium-high line. Split the centre-backs, offer a holding midfielder centrally and maintain a wider outlet against man-oriented pressure.

A high-level goalkeeper assessed for shot prevention, penalty-area management and suitability to an FM26 defensive structure.

STRENGTHSProgressive passing; shot prevention; positioning; handling.
RISKSAmbitious progression becomes vulnerable when receiving angles disappear or the rest-defence structure is not prepared for a central turnover.
DEVELOPMENT AREASRefine the choice between short build-up, sweeping and secure longer distribution while maintaining command in crowded penalty-area situations.
OUTLOOKProven high-level FM26 option offering immediate first-team value in a role aligned with his established strengths.

FM26 SYSTEM FIT

How to use Jordan Pickford

Use as a Sweeper Keeper on support behind a medium-high line. Split the centre-backs, offer a holding midfielder centrally and maintain a wider outlet against man-oriented pressure.

PRIMARY SYSTEMBuild from the back / controlled possession
SUGGESTED ROLESweeper Keeper · Support
KEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONCreate secure passing angles and a stable rest-defence structure.