Asmir Begovic, the experienced Bosnian goalkeeper, is currently on the hunt for a new club after leaving Everton at the end of the season. The 36-year-old shot-stopper is still looking to play at the highest level and has attracted significant interest from several clubs, including Nottingham Forest and Luton, as well as two Championship clubs.
Begovic’s Career So Far
Asmir Begovic started his professional career at Portsmouth in 2003, where he spent four years before moving to Tottenham Hotspur. However, he never made an appearance for Spurs and was soon loaned out to various clubs, including Macclesfield Town, Yeovil Town, and Ipswich Town.
In 2010, Begovic joined Stoke City, where he established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League. He made over 170 appearances for the Potters before moving to Chelsea in 2015. At Stamford Bridge, Begovic was mainly used as a backup to Thibaut Courtois and made just 33 appearances in two seasons.
In 2017, Begovic signed for Bournemouth, where he played regularly for two seasons before joining Everton in 2021. However, his time at Goodison Park was not successful, as he made just 10 appearances in two years.
Begovic’s Aspirations
Despite his age, Begovic still has aspirations of playing at the highest level and being a number one goalkeeper. He believes that he can still play for a few more years as a number one and is looking for the right situation to achieve success.
Begovic’s Future
Begovic is currently a free agent and has been in talks with several clubs about his future. Nottingham Forest and Luton are among the clubs chasing him, along with two Championship clubs. The next few weeks will be crucial in determining where Begovic will end up, as the pre-season approaches.
Conclusion
Asmir Begovic is an experienced goalkeeper who has played for several top clubs in the Premier League. Despite his age, he still has aspirations of playing at the highest level and being a number one goalkeeper. With several clubs chasing him, it remains to be seen where he will end up, but one thing is for sure – he still has a lot to offer on the pitch.