De Gea insists he is happy at “special club”
David de Gea has refused to be drawn on speculation that he could soon sign a new deal with Manchester United, instead expressing how happy he is to be with a “very special” club.
The 27-year old shot-stopper has just 18 months left on his current deal and it has been reported that talks are set to begin over a new long-term deal, with Real Madrid constantly circling.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, De Gea said;
I don’t think it’s the time to start talking about the future, it’s not the time to be talking contracts.
We have lots of games between now and the end of the season and the first thing we need to think about is Burnley this weekend.
It’s all about getting your head down, focusing, working hard, competing in training, keeping fit and picking up points.
While De Gea was reluctant to discuss his future, he did say how happy he is at Manchester United. He continued;
Just being part of this club is special in itself. Being a player and a part of this club is special, so when you get to wear the shirt, you go to away games, that’s something you are always proud of and is very special.
Being part of such a great club like Manchester United fills you with emotion and you gradually realise how much the club means to the fans and the people who work here. They really live for the game, so that does become part of you and you can only appreciate that having spent time here.
The Spaniard has been in sensational form for the Red Devils’ this season, with manager Jose Mourinho describing him as the “best goalkeeper in the world”.