De Gea announces his departure from Manchester United

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Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea announced today, Saturday, his official departure from Manchester United this summer.

"I just wanted to send this farewell message to all Manchester United fans," De Gea said in a statement on his Instagram account.

He added, "I would like to express my unwavering gratitude and appreciation for the love over the past 12 years. We have achieved so much since dear Sir Alex Ferguson brought me to this club.".

He added, "I was very proud every time I wore this shirt to lead the team and represent this institution, the largest club in the world. It is an honor that a few lucky players get.".

He continued, "It has been an unforgettable and successful period since I came here. I did not expect that since I left Madrid as a young boy that we would achieve what we achieved together"..