David de Gea new contract: The Manchester United goalkeeper is currently in negotiations for a new contract.
Manchester United’s David De Gea put on an extraordinary display against Tottenham at Wembley last weekend.
The goalkeeper made 11 saves in the second half to deny Tottenham an equalizer, as United won 1-0.
However, his contract situation at the club remains an issue. Manchester United recently triggered a one-year extension to his current contract, which expires this summer.
And now, Daily Mail reports that the Manchester United goalkeeper has made a wage demand in his new contract.
David de Gea new contract:
The Spaniard has emerged as one of the key members of the side ever since joining Manchester United in 2011. David de Gea has won the club’s player of the year award on a number of occasions, and won the Premier League’s Golden Glove last season.
His contract situation, however, is still a concern for the Manchester United board.
David de Gea wants to commit his long-term future to United but is awaiting a suitable offer. He would like around £300,000 including bonuses. #mufc [Mail]
— United Xtra (@utdxtra) January 14, 2019
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— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) January 14, 2019
It was earlier reported that De Gea was not inclined towards signing a new contract due to disagreement in wages, but Daily Mail (via MEN) has now reported his demands.
According to the report, the Spaniard wants a 50 per cent increase to his current wages, which would amount to 300,000 pounds per week. It is also reported that the goalkeeper is keen to commit a long-term future to the club.
De Gea contract with the club expires at the end of the current season. The club, however, has triggered the contract extension, which would keep him at the till 2020.
The goalkeeper’s contribution to Manchester United’s win against Tottenham last weekend was instrumental as the goalkeeper made 11 incredible saves in the second half. He was awarded the Man of the Match for his performance at the Wembley Stadium.
David de Gea wants to commit his long-term future to Man Utd but is awaiting a suitable offer. He wants an improvement on his current £200K-a-week contract and would expect his wages to top £300K including bonuses. [Daily Mail] #MUFC
— Devils Latest (@Devils_Latest) January 14, 2019
It’s a no brainer if DeGea is keen on extending his stay at United… pay the man what he wants. He has clearly been the best player for the last several years.
— Scholes 🇾🇪 (@26scholes) January 14, 2019
Lingard: “We want him (De Gea) to stay. He’s one of the best keepers in the world, if not the best.” #mufc [Mail]
— United Xtra (@utdxtra) January 14, 2019
Manchester United have been impressive under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer so far, and the win against Tottenham was the side’s fifth successive league win under the Norwegian’s charge.
What next?
Manchester United fans remain hopeful that De Gea will sign a new contract with the club soon. With a recent surge in form, the club has now become a strong competitor for the top four spot in the Premier League table.
