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‘United need to learn’ – Ferdinand slams Man Utd’s treatment of De Gea after contract withdrawn

Rio Ferdinand has expressed his disappointment with Manchester United’s treatment of David de Gea, stating that “more and more players” are leaving the club with a sense of dissatisfaction.
De Gea‘s future at Old Trafford has become uncertain as his 12-year contract with the Premier League giants is set to expire on Friday.
Although there is a possibility for the Red Devils to re-sign De Gea even after his contract expires, Ferdinand believes it is unlikely due to how the club’s hierarchy has handled the situation.
He suggests that the only way De Gea might still play for Manchester United next season is if the club fails to sign Andre Onana or another goalkeeper during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Speaking on the FIVE YouTube channel, Ferdinand said: “It’s a funny situation. Whether you think David de Gea is good enough for Manchester United anymore is up for debate.
“But he’s been an unreal servant to this football club. 12 years he’s been at this club, similar to what I was at this club. Player of the year, four or five times in that time been phenomenal.
“At times, he’s been the best player at the club. And in a few of those years, had moments where it didn’t go well. Lost a bit of form at times. Maybe lost confidence, but, in the main, served the club remarkably well. He’s an outstanding professional.
“He’s never brought the club an ounce of trouble. Never brought the club into disrepute. He’s an outstanding professional and a great character. He’s one of the boys.
“There’s a lot of people calling for him to leave. They want to go and get a new goalkeeper and evolve that position. That’s all understandable and fair. Everyone’s entitled to an opinion.
“Erik ten Hag, at the end of the day, has a certain type of goalkeeper that he wants and if David de Gea isn’t that goalkeeper than David De Gea has to hold his hands up and say you know what, I’ve had a great run here, I love it here but if the manager doesn’t want me I’ve got to go or I’m going to be No. 2.
“I’m just a little bit gutted with how the club have handled this. It comes down to communication. I think Manchester United need to learn from this. They have made mistakes before with big players leaving the club in the past.
“Big players have left the club feeling like they’ve not been treated well. No one has the divine right to leave a club on their own terms but you want your players – especially the ones that have been there a long time and served the club well – to leave with a nice taste in their mouth.
“They’ll be disappointed they’re leaving the club as no one wants to leave the club that they’ve grown to love, but I’m seeing more and more players leave with a sour taste and it’s not right. I don’t think it’s fair on the player.
“All it comes down to is communication. A little bit of appreciation. A little bit of understanding. Thinking you know what, we probably need to do this a little bit better.
“You owe it to a player that has been there that long to ensure they leave the club on half decent terms at least.
“David must be sitting there and thinking, “I never dreamed that I would leave the club in this way, in this manner.” I look at it now and how does David de Gea stay?
“The only way he stays is if United can’t get Onana or whichever goalkeeper they go for. It would be difficult for him though because he’ll be looking at the club in a different light.
“It was love before, maybe it’s business now. It’s disappointing and I hope it gets sorted out, for David and the club’s sake.”
EPL
Rashford in car crash after Burnley game while driving £700k Rolls-Royce

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford experienced a car accident after yesterday’s match against Burnley.
The incident occurred as he was leaving United’s Carrington base in his £700,000 Rolls-Royce, shortly after the team had returned from Turf Moor. Videos from the scene showed Rashford’s badly damaged car and a toppled traffic island pole nearby.
Fortunately, Rashford was shaken but not seriously injured, according to a source.
In an Instagram post, he reassured his fans, saying, “3 points on the road! I’m alright guys thanks for the messages.”
Police responded to the scene, but no arrests were made, and no ambulances were needed. Rashford’s teammate and captain, Bruno Fernandes, also stopped to offer assistance.
Images from the area afterward revealed traffic cones and barriers around the damaged traffic island, along with scattered debris.
Rashford is known for owning several luxury vehicles, including the £700k Black Badge Wraith involved in the crash, a £390k Black Badge Cullinan, a £560k Cullinan Blue Shadow (acquired last month), a £280,000 McLaren 765 Long Tail, and a £350,000 Lamborghini Urus Performante.
EPL
‘It was always the plan’ – Virgil van Dijk explains Nunez penalty against LASK

Virgil van Dijk has heaped praise on Darwin Nunez for his standout performance in Liverpool’s recent Europa League match against LASK.
Nunez played a pivotal role in the match as Liverpool found themselves trailing 1-0, but Nunez’s contribution turned the tide in their favor, ultimately leading to a 3-1 victory.
Nunez’s crucial moment came in the form of a penalty kick in the second half. Just before Nunez stepped up to take the penalty, Virgil van Dijk briefly held the ball and appeared as though he might take the spot-kick himself. This momentary delay allowed Nunez to maintain his composure and focus on the task at hand.
Van Dijk also emphasized the significance of the mental aspect of these high-pressure moments in matches, highlighting the importance of maintaining one’s composure and mental fortitude when facing critical situations.
He said: “You have to make sure you protect at least the penalty spot. It’s a bit of a mind game there – maybe they were going to try and get in your head.
“It was always the plan that Darwin was going to take it, and I’m glad he scored.”
Van Dijk additionally added that Nunez is beginning to show the world what’s really going on with him:
“Darwin was very important for us against LASK and long may it continue. Up front, the competition is quite good.”
“They all have to push each other and it’s good to see. Everyone has a role to play whether you start or not. Everyone has now seen the potential and the quality he has.”
EPL
REVEALED: When Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Luke Shaw will be back in Man Utd squad

According to reports from ESPN, there are growing concerns within Manchester United regarding the injury timelines of Luke Shaw and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, with expectations now suggesting they may not return until at least November.
In fact, it’s a possibility that both players will only be available for the game against Everton on November 25, meaning they would be sidelined for the majority of the month.
Shaw’s last appearance for Manchester United was in their defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, after which he suffered a muscle injury and has been struggling to recover since.
Wan-Bissaka, on the other hand, sustained a hamstring injury during the match against Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend.
Manchester United has been grappling with a series of off-field issues and injuries this season, resulting in a disappointing start despite the high expectations following last season’s performance.
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