De Gea's Impressive Revival in Italy

Fiorentina is poised to activate an extra year in David de Gea's contract, a move that comes as a surprise to many Manchester United fans. After being released by United in 2023, the veteran goalkeeper joined Fiorentina and has since reclaimed his form, leaving fans reminiscing about his past performances.

The Onana Dilemma

After a tumultuous departure from Old Trafford, De Gea wanted to stay with Manchester United and even offered to take a pay cut from his hefty weekly wage of £375,000. However, the club's management pulled their offer, paving the way for his exit after 12 years.

In his place, United signed Andre Onana from Inter Milan for a staggering £47 million. Yet, Onana's tenure has been plagued with mistakes, leading to criticism from former players and fans alike. Recently, he faced backlash after a lackluster performance in a 2-2 draw against Lyon, which included significant errors.

Fiorentina's Confidence in De Gea

In stark contrast, De Gea has thrived in Italy, boasting an impressive 74% save percentage and achieving 10 clean sheets in Serie A without any errors leading to goals. Fiorentina president Rocco Commisso confirmed that De Gea will remain with the club for another season, an announcement celebrated by fans.

Manchester United Fans Sound Off

As news of De Gea's impending contract extension broke, Manchester United supporters took to social media to voice their regrets. One fan lamented, "Please come back to Man U." Another remarked, "David de Gea is still better than Onana at this point." A third fan added, "Manchester United must be kicking themselves," highlighting the collective frustration over the club's decisions.

Scholes Weighs In on the Situation

During the chaotic draw in France, United legend Paul Scholes criticized Onana's performance, suggesting he should have kept quiet after a public feud with Nemanja Matic, who has labeled him one of the "worst goalkeepers in Man United history." Scholes emphasized the need for improvement, saying, "It’s an awful mistake from him."

Onana's Defenders and the Future Ahead

Despite the criticism, manager Ruben Amorim stood by Onana, acknowledging that he too has made mistakes but remains confident in his goalkeeper's abilities. He expressed, "The most important thing is to be natural, and I will choose the best XI moving forward." As the drama unfolds, both De Gea and Onana are sure to remain in the spotlight as fans eagerly watch how this saga develops.