Martin Dubarvaka has described his brief spell at Manchester United as “an enjoyable experience” and has thanked the club for their hospitality upon his return to Newcastle after his parent club sanctioned a recall.
The goalkeeper arrived at United on deadline day as a back-up to David de Gea for the season, after Dean Henderson left temporarily for Nottingham Forest. The Reds paid £2m for the privilege of his services in a deal that contained a £6m obligation-to-buy clause if he had chalked up a specified number of Premier League appearances.
Dubravka made two underwhelming competitive outings in all, both in the League Cup. After making his debut in November’s third-round 4-2 win over Aston Villa, the veteran put in a shaky display in the 2-0 fourth-round triumph over Burnley.
