[Saba Sports News] British media reports that an old 2012 tweet from England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has recently resurfaced and gone viral online. At the age of just 18 back then, the shot-stopper posted on social media: “Wish the parents would pay for me to have Sky in my room, Freeview is soul destroying at this time of night.” Reports state Pickford earns £110,000 per week at Everton, with the club splashing out £30 million to sign him back in 2017. After a rocky start to his international campaign, which included several shaky moments against Croatia and Congo, Pickford has rediscovered his most reliable form guarding England’s goal. Against Mexico, the 32-year-old goalkeeper turned in an outstanding display despite facing constant threats, helping the Three Lions seal their spot in the quarter-finals.
The editor believes that it is safe to say Pickford’s current earnings mean he no longer has to rely on free television or financial support from his parents.