David de Gea could be sold by Manchester United to raise funds for summer transfer window

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea could be headed out of Old Trafford after reports emerged that he could be sold by Red Devils this summer in order to raise funds for summer signings. De Gea signed a new, improved contract last September, which extended his stay with club 2023. He was recently igred for captaincy after Ashley Young's transfer to Inter Milan. New Signing Harry Maguire was handed armband in favour of Spaniard.

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Man United transfer news: David de Gea transfer

David De Gea transfer could gar pace in summer after a topsy turvy season. If David de Gea transfer does go through, keeper would still be happy to return to La Liga, according to reports. According to a report in a leading football website, Italian giants Juventus and French champions Paris Saint-Germain could also be Spaniard's next destinations. 

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Man United transfer news: Players who joined Old Trafford in summer

20-time English champions have already started an overhaul of first-team squad by signing players like  Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Harry Maguire and Daniel James in summer at a cost of around £150 million. y recently acquired Bru Fernandes in January transfer window for a fee that could rise up to £65m. That £200m spending spree was facilitated after sanctioning loan moves for Marcos Rojo, Alexis Sanchez and Chris Smalling. It has been reported that Man United funds could be bolstered by potential sales of aforementioned trio. 

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Man United transfer news: David de Gea vs Dean Henderson: Who is better keeper?

Red Devils are keeping a close eye on Dean Henderson who is on loan at Sheffield United. 22-year-old is currently having an outstanding season with Blades who are also dreaming of European football next season. United also have Sergio Romero, who is considered by many as best reserve 'keeper in league. If Premier League statistics are considered, Dean Henderson beats David de Gea in most metrics this season.  

Both De Gea and Henderson have faced 65 shots each. However, it is Henderson who has a better save percent of 75.58 compared to Spaniard’s 69.15. De Gea has made more errors leading to goals (2) than young Englishman (1). He also trails Sheffield United man when it comes penalties saved, high claims and punches. Sheffield have only conceded 21 goals in Premier League so far and have kept nine clean sheets, while David de Gea has mand only five clean sheets. Henderson is a far more physical presence in box and has won more aerial battles (14) and made more clearances (20) than David de Gea. United shot-stopper has numbers of 7 (aerial battles) and 11 (clearances) respectively.

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Man United transfer news: David de Gea transfer and uncertain future

David De Gea’s future at Man United is uncertain and selling ir prized asset could spark some discontent among fans. With club’s Champions League chances dwindling, Man United could look at or options to raise money. If y somehow man to squeeze through to Champions League next season n y may have more options, orwise, goalkeeper’s ninth season at Old Trafford could be his last.