Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp admits Heurelho Gomes has been a revelation in recent months. Redknapp also praised the work of Gomes' coach and another Lane legend, Tony Parks, as the Brazilian has grown and grown in stature over the last 18 months.
"He's been outstanding for us and some of the saves against Arsenal were beyond belief," Redknapp told the Spurs website.
"The van Persie free-kick was top corner, I was right behind it. They were vital saves as we were 2-0 up at the time. If they'd have scored then it would have given them even longer to try and score the second goal.
"He had a tough start here but it's a different game to Holland. I watch a lot of Dutch football on TV and you can't compare the pace, the aggression, the crosses coming in - it's a completely different game and it took him time to adjust.
"I always knew he had the ability. I spoke to Guus Hiddink and he said he took PSV to a championship and Champions League semi-final almost single-handed, he was that good.
"I had no doubts that it would only be a matter of time. Tony Parks came in and worked with him and has done a great job with him. They have a good relationship.
"Gomes is a great character, a fantastic person, great trainer, great around the place and he has a lovely attitude about him, he really is a top class guy and a fantastic goalkeeper."