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Josh O'Brien

Concerning David de Gea decision leaves Ralf Rangnick with a difficult choice to make

David de Gea's omission from the most recent Spain national team squad could leave Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick scratching his head over whether to continue playing the goalkeeper.

De Gea's form at club level has been positive for the most part this season, his main attribute of being a top quality shot-stopper coming to United's rescue more times than they would have liked over the course of the current campaign. However, there are clear limitations on his game with the 'keeper often leaving plenty to be desired when the ball is at his feet.

It has been a hugely disappointing effort for United as a collective this term, with defensive frailties constantly undermining their efforts but De Gea has thrived having been called into action more than most 'keepers in the Premier League. Only Leeds' Illan Meslier has been forced to make more saves than the Red Devils goalkeeper this season.

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