Vitezslav Jaros Proving an Early Hit at U21 Euros
Liverpool goalkeeper Vitezslav Jaros has been proving an early hit at the U21 Euros, despite having spent much of his campaign with League Two side Stockport on the bench. After injury to the Czech Republic’s first-choice goalkeeper Matej Kovar, Jaros has been given an unexpected chance to shine.
Jaros’ Performance Against Germany
Jaros has started both games in Group C so far, and on Sunday produced a display considered with potential as “goalkeeping performance of the tournament.” According to The Athletic‘s Seb Stafford-Bloor, Jaros “did everything well” in the 2-1 win over Germany, with two standout moments in a save on the stretch to deny a free-kick and another to keep out a goalbound header. Czech outlet iSport handed Jaros a seven-out-of-10 rating, praising him as “when it was bad, he held on.”
Jaros’ Future at Liverpool
When it comes to Liverpool, Jaros remains in the dark over his future at this stage, though, turning 22 next month and having struggled for minutes at Stockport, a long-term stay is doubtful. There is a chance, of course, particularly as he now qualifies as a homegrown player in the Premier League and his club are lacking in those. But it may be more realistic to suggest his performances at the U21 Euros could instead boost his profile and attract suitors ahead of a summer move.