OFFICIAL: De Gea signs United deal

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Manchester United have announced that David de Gea has signed a new, four-year contract, with the option to extend for a further year.

Speculation of the goalkeeper's new deal intensified on Friday, just 10 days after the collapse of his proposed transfer to Real Madrid – a story which dominated the summer rumour mill.

“I am delighted to be starting this new chapter in my United career,” he told United's official website.

“I have always enjoyed playing with these great players in front of our fantastic fans. 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.”

Manager Louis van Gaal added: “I am absolutely delighted David has signed a new contract. He is one of the best goalkeepers in world football.

“I am very pleased that he will be part of the team for many years to come. David made a very important contribution to our performance last season and he has been the club's Player of the Year for the last two seasons.

“He is a popular player who is keen to learn and enhance his game. At such a young age for a goalkeeper, he has many years ahead of him.”

Since arriving from Atletico Madrid in 2011, De Gea has gone on to make 175 appearances for United, including winning the Premier League in 2013.

Image courtesy @ManUtd via Twitter

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