Not yet he isn't, but keepers are like fine wine,are they not?
My impression is that he has the qualities to become a top goalie for us for years .
I hope he does, of course, but at this present moment (IMO) we are losing points because of him.
It's a catch 22 I know, keepers don't improve without experience but at the same time you have to get results in the here and now.
The safest I've felt all season was when Bond was in goal in the FA Cup. I know that wasn't a priority game, weakened teams etc but it's slightly concerning that Sam doesn't give me that same assurance. Every time someone shoots from distance I'm shitting it thinking the shot is going in and often it has this season. That's not good.
One thing he lacks for me is stature. He's 6'2" I believe (to my eyes a weak one at that) and whilst in terms of society that's by no means a shortarse most goalkeepers are a good 6'4".