
Former Manchester United goalkeeping star David De Gea has been recently linked with a move to two Saudi Pro League sides. This move would mark the Spaniard’s return to club football after nearly a year-long hiatus.
A year after leaving Manchester United, goalkeeper David De Gea is reportedly has been in discussions with two Saudi PL teams including Al-Shabab. Initially, the 33-year-old was in contact with several clubs at the start of the previous season, but his substantial £375,000 per week wage demand proved to be a significant obstacle, ultimately sidelining him for a year.
De Gea is arguably one of the best Premier League goalkeepers of the past 15 years, winning the Premier League Golden Glove twice and making the PFA Team of the Season five times. He left Manchester United after a twelve-year stint, having joined from Atletico Madrid as a young player. However, his form declined in recent seasons, leading to his departure. He was subsequently replaced by Inter Milan star Andre Onana in a record-breaking transfer.
️ #AlShabab and another club are in talks with David #DeGea for a possible free-agent transfer.
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) July 7, 2024
The goalkeeper – without a team for 1 year now – is evaluating the proposals received. ⚽ #Transfers pic.twitter.com/QpJiDN05Lo
Additionally, the Spaniard reportedly received a £500,000 per week offer from Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr last summer but declined the move. He was reportedly opposed to joining the Saudi exodus, preferring to stay in Europe.
Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea spent the 2023-24 season without a club, but has instead been using his time to keep training. The former Manchester United star was seen in the club’s outfit in a training clip he shared on social media.
The 33-year-old even after departing Old Trafford, has stayed in Manchester, while often seen supporting United women last season. He has kept fit, showcasing his abilities to potential clubs through several videos on social media. Recently, he hinted at a return with a three-word update on his future.
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— David de Gea (@D_DeGea) May 16, 2024
The footage shows De Gea at a local non-league team venue, Altrincham. This was followed by more videos of him in United’s training kit, practicing his shot-stopping with three coaches.
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