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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Exclusive by Jamie Jackson

David de Gea may retire if he does not get offer to be No 1 at major club

David de Gea
David de Gea won the Premier League Golden Glove twice during his 12 years with Manchester United. Photograph: Catherine Ivill/Getty Images

David de Gea may retire if he does not receive an offer to be the first-choice goalkeeper at a major club. The former Manchester United and Spain No 1 has rejected several approaches, including from Saudi Arabia, with money not a prime motivator.

De Gea is retaining fitness in the hope of an offer from the right club and from a manager who views him as being in his prime. After departing United in the summer De Gea, who will be 33 in November, would like to play for a club capable of competing for major honours.

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