David de Gea Reveals Why He Rejected Manchester United Return — and Points at Ruben Amorim
For months, Manchester United fans have questioned why David de Gea, one of the club’s greatest goalkeepers, never made a sensational return after his contract expired. Now, the Spaniard has spoken out — and his revelation places the blame squarely on manager Ruben Amorim.
In a candid interview, De Gea admitted he was close to rejoining United last summer after private talks with the board. But, he says, one conversation with Amorim convinced him otherwise.
“I was ready to come back to Old Trafford after meeting with the board,” De Gea revealed. “But what Ruben Amorim told me completely changed my mind. He’s not a coach who truly has this team’s best interests at heart.”
A Twist in the Transfer Story
While many assumed De Gea’s Old Trafford exit was permanent, the club’s hierarchy had seriously considered bringing him back, valuing his leadership, loyalty, and experience. But Amorim reportedly told the goalkeeper he had no place in his long-term plans, insisting United needed to “move on” from players of the past. For De Gea, those words ended any chance of a reunion.
The Fallout
United’s defensive frailties this season have made the revelation even more explosive. With goalkeeping errors and inconsistency costing points, many supporters now view Amorim’s stance as a costly miscalculation.
Social media erupted with anger after De Gea’s comments:
- “He still loves United and was ready to return, but Amorim ruined it.”
- “We lost a legend because of a manager who’s already failing us.”
- “This proves the board backed the wrong man.”
Did Amorim Go Too Far?
Supporters remain split. Some agree with Amorim’s focus on building for the future, but others believe dismissing De Gea was a mistake that deepened the club’s instability between the posts.
What’s clear is that De Gea’s revelation adds even more pressure on a manager already under scrutiny. For many fans, Amorim’s rejection of a club legend may symbolize a deeper disconnect between United’s leadership and the culture supporters hold dear.
Ruben Amorim may have cost Manchester United far more than just a goalkeeper.
