Bruno Fernandes has aimed a playful dig at David De Gea forward of Man United’s pre-season pleasant in opposition to Fiorentina on Saturday.
The Snapdragon Cup fixture has already generated over 50,000 ticket gross sales forward of the Spaniard’s return to Previous Trafford.
De Gea represented the Pink Devils between 2011-2023. Throughout his time on the membership, De Gea racked up 545 appearances in all competitions and saved 190 clear sheets.
He was a part of the roster who gained the Premier League in 2013 underneath Sir Alex Ferguson. De Gea additionally gained the Europa League, FA Cup and two League Cups.
How Lengthy Has David De Gea Performed In Italy?
After leaving Man United upon the expiry of his contract in July 2023, David De Gea spent the whole 2023-24 season as a free agent.
He admitted he had numerous provides however none of them suited De Gea or his household. It wasn’t till August 2024 that Fiorentina – who’s +500 to complete within the high 4 with offshore sportsbooks – signed the legendary goalkeeper.
De Gea made his debut in a 3-3 draw in opposition to Puskás Akademia within the Convention League play-off spherical. Most notably, the 34-year-old saved two penalties in a single recreation in opposition to Milan in a Serie A conflict in October 2024.
Total for the Viola, De Gea has performed 42 fixtures and helped the membership to the Convention League semi-final. He additionally helped Fiorentina to seventh within the league final season.
Fiorentina Pre-Season Fixtures
Undoubtedly, Fiorentina and David De Gea’s most eagerly anticipated pre-season conflict will come this Saturday in opposition to Man United.
A sell-out crowd is predicted at Previous Trafford forward of De Gea’s emotional return. Through the low season, the Viola have performed Grosseto, Carrarese, Leicester and Nottingham Forest.
Stefano Pioli’s facet gained the primary two encounters earlier than dropping 2-0 to the Foxes and drawing 0-0 with Forest on Tuesday. De Gea featured in opposition to the latter on the Metropolis Floor.
- Nottingham Forest 0-0 Fiorentina
- Leicester 2-0 Fiorentina
- Fiorentina 2-0 Carrarese
- Grosseto 0-3 Fiorentina
What Did Bruno Fernandes Say To David De Gea?
Bruno Fernandes and David De Gea performed collectively for 3 years at Man United. Naturally, throughout that point, the duo constructed up a strong friendship on and off the pitch.
Forward of their reunion on Saturday, De Gea posted on X previously Twitter, “United Highway. See you Saturday,” in reply to one among United’s posts.
Fernandes defined he can’t wait to see his former team-mate. On the similar time, he couldn’t assist however add a playful dig in direction of the legendary Spanish goalkeeper.
“David, my good friend, I can’t wait to see you on the Snapdragon Cup. I hope you get pleasure from being again at Previous Trafford, to see your followers, your home, your house.
“On the similar time, I hope I rating some objectives in opposition to you and we benefit from the day together!
“See you quickly, my good friend.”
This one's for you, @D_DeGea
@B_Fernandes8 x #ShotOnSnapdragon pic.twitter.com/nTzpZk48YP
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 6, 2025
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