David de Gea has been linked with a sensational return to Manchester United to repalce Andre Onana
Last season, Manchester United had a pretty disappointing season. Finishing 15th in the Premier League and losing to Tottenham in the Europa League final was a painful one for any fan. Missing out on European competitions is a big blow for the 2025/26 season. Against this backdrop, the goalkeeping situation is now the biggest topic of discussion. Andre Onana made frequent mistakes last year, and now Ruben Amorim has made it clear ahead of the opening match that it is still unclear who his number one will be.
David de Gea’s return in the news
Amidst all these, the Sun claims that Manchester United are now considering a shocking move. According to the report, United have secretly started investigating the return of David de Gea. The 34-year-old Spanish goalkeeper has a clause in his Fiorentina contract that could make him available for a relatively small amount. Interestingly, the Spaniard recently played a friendly match at Old Trafford and told the fans there that maybe their paths could cross again. This statement and his impressive performance are making the club management think.
On the other hand, Andre Onana’s situation is unstable. His repeated mistakes last season cost United many important matches. Amorim is no longer telling him from the start whether he is the first choice or not. This move increases the pressure on Onana, but can also create insecurity within the team. The Cameroon international had been linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer. Meanwhile, the club have completed signings like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, added Diogo Leon and Benjamin Sesko, but goalkeeping is still the biggest question.
Opinion:
David de Gea has been linked with a sensational return to Manchester United to repalce Andre Onana.
The question now is whether bringing De Gea back will be an emotional move or a practical solution
As United fans, this situation is making one think. Should the club trust an experienced player like De Gea or give Onana more chances? Onana’s mistakes last year are no secret, but given his age and fitness, he could be a goalkeeper for a long time. De Gea knows the club inside out, has a strong bond with the fans, and is adept at handling the pressure of Old Trafford.
Amorim’s decision not to guarantee Onana a starting spot could prove to be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it could motivate him to play even better, but on the other hand, it could spread insecurity in the team. Stability in the goalkeeper position is key, and that’s what United didn’t get last year.
The question now is whether bringing De Gea back will be an emotional move or a practical solution. He’s 34, past his prime, but could still provide balance to United for a season or two. We think removing Onana completely would be a no-brainer, but bringing De Gea back and challenging him could be a sensible move, if the club don’t find any other signing that they have been linked to, like Emiliano Martinez and Senne Lammens. This gives United options, and Onana knows that a mistake can cost him space. This could give the team the stability they have been looking for in the next season.