Everton Ladies goalkeeping coach Jen Herst insists Toffees number one Kirstie Levell must be ranked among the top young keepers in the country.
The 21-year-old was in excellent form to keep Chelsea at bay in Sunday’s FA Women’s Cup tie, beaten only by a pinpoint Drew Spence strike in the second half, then Emma Blundell’s tap in in added time as Everton were chasing the game in Southport.
Levell’s performance was in keeping with her high standards all season, with the custodian regularly catching the eye with her shot-stopping prowess.
With the likes of Manchester City’s Ellie Roebuck, Sophie Baggaley of Bristol City and Yeovil’s Megan Walsh all enjoying regular football for their clubs, there is a healthy crop of young English talent in the goalkeeping position.