Identifying of performance variables affecting on the pricing of Iranian football Premier League goalkeepers

The aim of the present study was to identify performance variables affecting the pricing of Iranian football goalkeepers. The research method was qualitative, based on the thematic analysis. The statistical population of the study was consisted of all Iranian Individuals with AFC coaching professional qualifications, Iranian Premier League coaches and Football instructors. The sampling method was theorical selected and data were collected with 11 coaches and instructors. The data collection tool was an open interview, and data collection continued until theoretical saturation, meaning that the researcher did not obtain new data and code after the ninth interview, thereby halting the sampling process (9 + 2). Coding method and inductive approach to final themes were used for data analysis. NVIVO10 software was also used for data analysis. The results indicate that variables for the defensive functional variables of the goalkeeper include conceded goal, Success in one vs one situations, Sweeper Role, Shoot Control, Saving the Goal, Mistake Lead to Goal or Chance Create and Aerial Won and variables for offensive functional variables of the goalkeeper include assist, chance create, Key Pass, Passes and two-footed. Therefore, it is recommended to pay attention to the research results in designing the pricing model of the goalkeepers.