Manchester United goalkeeper, David de Gea has said he would be very happy to be named Manchester United captain.
He disclosed that he is willing to battle for trophies at Old Trafford as he gets ready to pen a new deal.
The Spaniard has been discussing with the club over a contract extension for a while now and it now looks like he is about to finally commit.
With Antonio Valencia leaving the club, the captaincy role is also up for grabs and De Gea has now had his say on it.
His words, “I’ve been captain for some games. Of course it is amazing to be captain of a club like Manchester United and defend this badge.
“It’s amazing, so of course I’ll be really, really happy to captain.
“It’s my ninth season, I feel like one of the most experienced players.
“I need to show that on the pitch and try to help the young guys know what Manchester United means and that’s important.”
On the team in general, “We have to improve a lot”
“We are Manchester United, we need to fight for trophies. When you put on this badge, that’s what it means – fight for everything, give your best and bring the team again to the top.”
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