What happened?
The Spanish goalkeeper departed Old Trafford after the 2022/23 season when his contract with Manchester United expired.
Since then, the 33-year-old has not played in a competitive match, with United bringing in Andre Onana from Inter as his replacement.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
However, De Gea is set to make his return to football after signing with Serie A club Fiorentina on a free transfer this week.
The former Spain international was officially unveiled as a Fiorentina player on Monday, where he explained his lengthy break from the game.
WHAT DAVID DE GEA SAID
Speaking to reporters, the goalkeeper said, “Manchester United is a wonderful club, and it will always have a place in my heart.”
He added, “I never thought about retiring, but after 12 years at a top club like Manchester United, it was difficult to find the motivation for a new chapter. I eventually found it at Fiorentina.”
