Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan has hailed the quality of Chelsea keeper Thibaut Courtois.
Courtois has replaced Petr Cech between the posts for the Blues this season after three years on loan at Atletico Madrid, where he won the Europa League, Super Cup, Copa del Rey and La Liga.
"He's someone who I believe is one of the top five goalkeepers in the world," Guzan told Villa's official site.
"Thibaut's resume is outstanding. His accolades for the past few seasons at Atletico speak for itself, with Belgium too.
"He's only 22 so these things are unbelievable. He's a top, top keeper and someone Chelsea sees their future with.
"There's nothing better that having the confidence of the manager and coaching staff.
"You want to be dependable and the guy the lads look to if an opposition player gets through the defence.
"You want them thinking that you're going to come up with the goods and make a save at the vital time. You want that responsibility.
"You relish that opportunity to be number one - be the guy that's going to hopefully help the team. That's what it's all about."
