Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has told the Spanish press that he is ready to return to action with United. The Spaniard, 24, was under immense transfer speculation all summer long following his desire to play for Real Madrid. The Spanish club offered United a deadline day deal for the ‘keeper, but the move extraordinarily fell through.

There was further speculation as to whether or not De Gea would even play for United this season, but those doubts may have been cast into the shadows after De Gea spoke last night off the back of his countries 1-0 win.

“I felt good out there,” he said to the Spanish press. “The coach has given me confidence. I am just happy to have played. I wanted to play. I am very grateful to my team-mates who have been superb, and to the manager.”

“Now we need to continue to work and let’s see if I’m also lucky in my club. My future is going to be the same as it is now. I’m calm, will continue to work and improve.”

“In conclusion, I’m enjoying football. I’m happy.”

Juan Mata, who made his return to the Spanish team after a long absence, scored the goal against Macedonia. Mata expects his United and Spain team-mate to have a smooth return to Old Trafford.

“De Gea is very well regarded at the club and by the coach [Louis van Gaal],”

“I believe everything will continue to be the same.”

“From what I perceive, I don’t think there is going to be any issue upon his return, neither from the club, the coach nor the fans.”

“The fans love him a lot. In the past two years David has been the best player in the team due to the saves he made and the many points those saves gave us. I have no doubt that this year is also going to be very good for him.”

“I’ve spoken to him a lot in recent days. It has been a busy time with a lot of stress, but he is such a calm person that he has managed to maintain his focus.”

“Nothing changes him, he is going to continue to be the great goalkeeper he was.”

[Quotes via Sky Sports]