Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea confirmed his departure from Manchester United through a “farewell message” on social media addressed to supporters of the Old Trafford emblem.
“I would like to express my unwavering gratitude and appreciation for the love of the past 12 years. We have achieved a lot since my dear Sir Alex Ferguson brought me to this club. I was incredibly proud every time I wore this jersey to lead the team, to represent this institution, the biggest club in the world. It was an honor that is only granted to a few lucky players», he began by writing.
«It has been an unforgettable and successful period since I arrived here. I didn’t think that by leaving Madrid as a kid we would achieve what we did together. Now is the right time for a new challenge, to push myself again into a new environment.”
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… pic.twitter.com/6R7ezOEf1E
— David de Gea (@D_DeGea)
July 8, 2023
The 32-year-old goalkeeper, remember, ended his contract with the red devils on 30 June, but the club reported that negotiations were still under way with a view to renewing the bond that linked the two parties. Now, Spanish is free on the market.
De Gea arrived at United in 2011 after two top-flight seasons at Atlético Madrid, where he graduated and started his career at senior level.
at the service of red devils, won a Europa League, a Premier League, three English Super Cups, an FA Cup and two English League Cups. He totaled 545 games, which makes him the goalkeeper with the most appearances at the club, in addition to being the record holder for clean sheets (190).
“It takes a lot of quality and character to reach the level of playing a game for Manchester United. Doing it 545 times in 12 years is a special achievement, especially in the goalkeeping position, where every game puts you in the spotlight. (…) he will always be remembered as one of the best goalkeepers in the history of the club », said coach Erik ten Hag in the farewell note published by United.
2023-07-08 13:44:15
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