Manchester United are in talks to offer David de Gea a new contract.
According to Laurie Whitwell (The Athletic), the Red Devils are determined to keep De Gea at United in lower condition.
The report says:
“David de Gea’s contract at Old Trafford will also expire at the end of this season, but United are in talks with the Spaniard about a new contract.”
“United would like to see the 32-year-old goalkeeper sign a new contract on lower terms rather than trigger a one-year extension on the £375,000 a week contract he signed in September 2019.”
The managerial appointment of Erik ten Hag had sown doubts about the future of the Spaniard.
De Gea’s inability to play from behind had convinced the fans that he was not suitable for the Dutchman’s system.
However, the 32-year-old has been stellar this season.
He has made a conscious effort to pass out from behind and act as goalkeeper-libero, allowing United to play a higher defensive line.
De Gea’s passing has drastically improved this season.
It seems that Ten Hag has worked hard with him in training to get him used to the way he wants his team to play.
As a goalkeeper, De Gea is one of the best in the business and has saved United on multiple occasions.
This new deal will give the Spaniard a sense of security about his place and give him the confidence to keep working hard.
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