BREAKING NEWS as David De Gea makes a shocking reveal on why he finally left the club and decided not to play football for one year.

It’s still tough for many Manchester United fans to accept how David De Gea’s chapter at the club ended. A player who gave everything over 12 loyal years, lifted individual honours, and left as the club’s all-time clean sheet leader, deserved a far more respectful exit than he got. De Gea and United had reportedly reached a verbal agreement for a new deal, one that would see him take a significant pay cut — something he willingly accepted because he wanted to stay. He even informed his teammates, believing everything was settled.

But when the time came for United to finalise the agreement, the club pulled out. De Gea had already signed his part of the contract, yet United never returned theirs. What made it worse was that they later came back with an even lower offer, a clear message that they no longer valued him. It was a move that left fans stunned and disappointed, especially after everything he had contributed through both good times and tough seasons.

Despite all that, De Gea exited as a true legend. Even in difficult years when the team struggled defensively, he still managed to win the Premier League Golden Glove. His dedication and consistent performances earned him the love of the fans, and many believed he should’ve been given the send-off he deserved at Old Trafford.

In the aftermath, manager Erik ten Hag pushed for André Onana — a keeper known for his ability with the ball at his feet but still adjusting to the demands of English football. Onana was brought in for over €50 million as a modern replacement, yet has been inconsistent, with high-profile errors costing United valuable points, especially early in his debut campaign.

Now, with De Gea back in football and showing signs of his vintage form, the situation feels even more painful. The way United parted ways with him reflects a worrying pattern in how the club has treated its icons over the years — names like Robin van Persie, Patrice Evra, and Wayne Rooney come to mind. Each of them, like De Gea, didn’t get the graceful exit they earned through years of service.

For many fans, the idea of De Gea returning as a backup or mentor figure is one they’d welcome in a heartbeat. After all, players like him, who bleed for the badge and stick around through every storm, are rare in modern football. He deserved better.