Everton's England No1 Jordan Pickford's extensive loan experience has been explained.
He can thank his long-time mentor Mark Prudhoe, Sunderland's experienced goalkeeping coach, for his coming-of-age trips to Darlington, Alfreton Town, Burton, Carlisle, Bradford and Preston North End.
“It was all about toughening him up because as a kid he was quite thin although there was nothing wrong with his temperament," said Prudhoe.
“He was completely focused and was desperate to do well. Without a doubt moving away from Sunderland helped in his development.
“For him it's all about an obsession with protecting his goal. That's what sets him apart from many of his peers."
