Manchester United fans were given the chance to ask goalkeeper David de Gea questions this week, with the club having a three-week break from fixtures due to the FA Cup and international break. Fans flocked to ask the club's No.1 some questions and the first published answer raised some eyebrows.
One United fan asked if De Gea had always played in goal and if he didn't which outfield position would he play. In a response published on the club's official website, he replied: "I played up front at school in Madrid, then at a soccer school there too. I used to combine the two roles and play as a striker and then in goal. But, in the end, I realised I was a better keeper.
“When I was young, I used to play outfield as well. Not just as a keeper. So which position I would like to play if I was an outfielder? I’m not sure but probably midfield. A no.6 trying to take the ball and make some good passes. Yes, a holding midfielder, having the ball and trying to make the team play better.”
