David De Gea
United’s best player in the past few years, David De Gea is a key figure at the Theatre of Dreams and continues to enhance his ever-growing reputation as the world’s best goalkeeper with excellent displays week after week.
Having joined from Atletico Madrid in 2011 as a wiry youngster, De Gea’s rise to the pinnacle of goalkeeping has not been easy by any stretch of an imagination. The Spaniard was constantly criticized for his shaky displays during his early days at the Old Trafford, but his will to succeed and his strong resolve have seen him emerge as United’s most valued asset in recent times, having won the United Player of the Year for two years running now.
Calm and composed, De Gea exudes extreme confidence that rubs off on his teammates and more often than not inspires them. His presence on the field provides a great assurance for the team and despite plenty of rumours linking him with a move back to Spain recently, De Gea has expressed his will to stay with United. The United No.1 has proven with his performances over the years, that he is deserving and befitting of the captain’s armband.