David de Gea has finally broken his silence, opening up about a deeply emotional moment at Old Trafford that stirred memories of his glory days at Manchester United. The Spanish goalkeeper, who defended United’s net for over a decade, revealed that what Bruno Fernandes did earlier today left him overwhelmed and teary-eyed.
The former United star admitted that he hadn’t expected such a heartfelt reception. He confessed to reporters that he “broke into tears of joy” when it all unfolded, saying he never imagined the fans still held him in such high regard. Though he longed to remain at the club, Ten Hag’s decision to move on from him still lingers as a painful memory.
Sources say the touching gesture came from none other than United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes. Without revealing the full plan, Bruno invited De Gea back to Old Trafford. As the goalkeeper walked through the tunnel, he was met with an overwhelming roar from the crowd — scarves swaying, banners declaring “OUR WALL – OUR LEGEND,” and chants of his name filling the air.
The most emotional moment came when Bruno presented him with a framed, personalized Manchester United jersey, signed by the entire squad, carrying the message: “Once a Red, Always a Red.” For De Gea, this was more than a gift — it was a powerful reminder of his place in United’s history.
He recalled the memories it brought back — his iconic saves against Chelsea, his Champions League heroics, and countless match-winning performances. “It reminded me of the past… the love, the passion, the magic. It’s something money can’t buy,” De Gea shared, wiping away tears as he reflected on the tribute.
Still, the story carried a bittersweet undertone. De Gea openly acknowledged that he had wanted to stay, but Ten Hag chose a new path, replacing him with a goalkeeper who better suited his tactical vision. The decision divided the fanbase, with some defending the change and others insisting his loyalty and legacy should have secured his place.
Yet today’s moment proved that time hasn’t dimmed his bond with the fans. Their chants of “Viva De Gea” thundered through the stadium, making it clear that his contributions to the club will never be forgotten.
As the cameras captured Bruno with an arm draped over his former teammate, the scene was more than just
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