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Updated July 8, 2023

Breaking: David De Gea Leaves Manchester United

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A nightmare becomes a reality! David De Gea, the goalkeeper of English giant Manchester United, bids farewell to the club.

Breaking: David De Gea Leaves Manchester United

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A nightmare becomes a reality! David De Gea, the goalkeeper of English giant Manchester United, bids farewell to the club. After playing for a long 12 years for Manchester United, David De Gea announced his departure today. David De Gea came to Manchester United in 2011 from Atletico Madrid. Legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson signed him, and the rest is history. David De Gea broke all possible records at Man United during 12 years of his fantastic career. David De Gea put the gloves on his hands in 545 games for Manchester United. As a Manchester United goalkeeper, David De Gea played the highest number of games. He kept the all-time highest tally of clean sheets (190). De Gea came to Man United as a young boy, but he is leaving as a legend of the club. The Spaniard has won a Premier League, FA Cup, Europa League, two Carabao Cups, and three Community Shields. De Gea also won two Golden Gloves, four Sir Matt Busby POTY, and four Players’ POTY in 12 years at Man United.

What does De Gea say?

De Gea's contract with Man United expired on June 30. It was expected that he would leave on a free transfer as he did not renew his contract. Finally, De Gea sent a farewell message on his social media account. He wrote, "I just wanted to send this farewell message to all Manchester United supporters." "I would like to express my unwavering gratitude and appreciation for the love from the last 12 years. We’ve achieved a lot since my dear Sir Alex Ferguson brought me to this club. I took incredible pride every time I pulled on this shirt, to lead the team, to represent this institution, the biggest club in the world was an honour only bestows upon a few lucky footballers." "It’s been an unforgettable and successful period since I came here. I didn’t think from leaving Madrid as a young boy we would achieve what we did together." "Now, it’s the right time to undertake a new challenge, to push myself again in new surroundings. Manchester will always be in my heart, Manchester has shaped me and will never leave me. We’ve seen it all," De Gea added.

Ten Hag on De Gea

Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag highly appreciated David De Gea. De Gea was one of his trump cards in the last season. Under Ten Hag, David won the Golden Glove for keeping most clean sheets. Ten Hag said, “It takes great quality and character to reach the level of even playing one game for Manchester United. To do it 545 times over 12 years is a special achievement, particularly in the goalkeeping position where every game puts you in the spotlight." The manager added, “To have won Player of the Year awards from both the fans and his team-mates, each on four occasions, shows the level of his performance and he will always be remembered as one of the very best goalkeepers in the history of the club."

Who will be the next No.1?

Manchester United are very close to signing Inter Milan's goalkeeper, Andre Onana. Onana has already agreed to the personal terms with Man United. It will take a few days to see Onana at Man United.

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