They say a week is a long time in politics. It now looks like a fortnight is an eternity in sports.
David De Gea has this afternoon signed a new four year contract with Manchester United with the option of an extra year. The 24 year old was on the verge of joining Real Madrid at the end of last month but the deal did not go through before the Spanish transfer deadline.
De Gea has yet to make an appearance for Louis van Gaal's side this year, but the Dutch manager was delighted to see the goalkeeper sign a contract extension. "He's one of the best keepers in the world. I'm very pleased he will be part of the team for many years to come."
Speaking to United's website, De Gea said; "Manchester United is a special club and Old Trafford is an ideal place for me to continue to develop my career. I’m looking forward to putting a difficult summer behind me and concentrating on working hard to improve and help my teammates to be successful.”
He will now battle with Argentina's Sergio Romero for the starting berth at Old Trafford.
David De Gea has signed a new four-year contract at #mufc with an option to extend for a further year. pic.twitter.com/Z3JuQOaNEi
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 11, 2015
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