David de Gea's unbelievable legacy at Manchester United
David de Gea leaves Manchester United a legend. His consistent heroics have endeared him to the Old Trafford crowd just as much as the great shot-stoppers who have come before and his legacy with the Red Devils is undoubtedly one built on sublime performances, improbable saves and wondrous reflexes. But it wasn't guaranteed to be this way. After having arrived from Atletico Madrid in 2011, De Gea was expected to adjust to life in England seamlessly. If he was good enough for Sir Alex Ferguson, he was good enough for Old Trafford. However, the first few years of De Gea's time in Manchester were far from smooth sailing. The Spaniard's erratic displays and frequent errors shone a dazzling spotlight on him, one which could have blinded the youngster. He struggled to cope with the increased physicality and pace of English football and it almost sunk him. High-profile gaffes early in his United career put immense pressure on his shoulders, but the weight didn't prove too muc...