FULL LIST: Top 10 best goalkeepers in Europe’s clean sheet rankings
May 14, 2026 1:02 pm
Arsenal’s goalkeeper, David Raya
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A new statistical ranking across Europe’s top five leagues has revealed the goalkeepers with the most clean sheets in the 2025-26 season, with Arsenal’s David Raya leading the standings.
The data covers the Premier League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A, and the Bundesliga.
According to Planet Football on Thursday, below is the full top 10 list based on clean sheets, with the goalkeepers tied on the same number ranked by goals conceded.
1. David Raya – 18 clean sheets
Arsenal’s No.1 has been instrumental in their defensive stability, producing key saves throughout the season and edging the race for the Golden Glove.
2. Jean Butez – 18 clean sheets
The Como goalkeeper has matched Raya’s tally, playing a key role in his side’s strong defensive organisation under Cesc Fàbregas.
3. Mile Svilar – 16 clean sheets
Roma’s rising shot-stopper has impressed with consistency as the club push for European qualification.
4. Yann Sommer – 15 clean sheets
The experienced Inter goalkeeper has contributed to their Scudetto-winning campaign with several crucial performances.
5. Joan García – 15 clean sheets
Barcelona’s new first-choice goalkeeper has made a strong impact since replacing Marc-André ter Stegen as the club’s No.1.
6. Gianluigi Donnarumma – 15 clean sheets
The Manchester City goalkeeper has shown flashes of brilliance in his debut Premier League season, despite occasional defensive vulnerabilities.
7. Mike Maignan – 14 clean sheets
AC Milan’s French international remains one of Europe’s most reliable goalkeepers, continuing his strong form in Serie A.
8. Michele Di Gregorio – 14 clean sheets
The Juventus goalkeeper has been a consistent performer, helping the club maintain defensive stability in Serie A.
9. Gregor Kobel – 14 clean sheets
The Borussia Dortmund shot-stopper leads Bundesliga representation on the list, continuing his reputation as one of Europe’s most reliable keepers.
10. Berke Özer – 13 clean sheets
The Lille goalkeeper completes the top 10 after an impressive debut season in Ligue 1, contributing significantly to his team’s strong defensive record.
With the season still ongoing, the battle for the most clean sheets remains open, but David Raya currently sits at the top of the rankings.
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