Manchester United cruised to a 4-1 victory in the first leg of their Europa League tie with Real Betis, but the performance of goalkeeper David de Gea may attract concern within the United fanbase.
There can be no complaints regarding the goal De Gea did concede as Ayoze Perez left the goalkeeper with no chance with his outside-of-the-foot strike, but it’s De Gea’s lack of ability on the ball that is raising questions over his future in the squad.
There is no doubting De Gea’s ability as a shot-stopper as time and time again over the past 12 years the Spaniard has come up with jaw-dropping saves for United. Whilst making saves is a goalkeeper's primary job, the modern era requires goalkeepers to be as competent with their feet as outfield players.
