David de Gea continues to prove former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wrong, earning the Man of the Match award in Fiorentina’s recent 1-0 victory over Genoa.
Since signing a one-year deal with Fiorentina this summer, De Gea has impressed, showing resilience after spending 14 months out of football.
He was released by United in 2023 when his contract expired, despite winning the Premier League Golden Glove award and reportedly agreeing to terms on an extension.
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Ten Hag decided to replace De Gea with Andre Onana, hoping Onana’s skills with his feet would bring a new style to United’s play.
De Gea’s message to Ten Hag following manager’s sack
On the day Ten Hag was dismissed as United manager, De Gea made his feelings known with a simple pinched fingers emoji, an expression often used in Italy to convey frustration or disbelief.
On Thursday, De Gea delivered another message on the pitch, proving he still has what it takes to perform at the highest level.
The 33-year-old pulled off multiple crucial saves to secure a clean sheet and all three points for Fiorentina.
While Ten Hag is now without a job, the Spanish keeper has flourished with his new club, becoming a fan favourite at Fiorentina.
