Though the Manchester United fans in the Transfer Tavern were ultimately frustrated in their attempts to win at Stoke City, they understand that one man prevented them from losing.
Indeed, David de Gea’s stunning save will be talked about for many years to come by the punters propping up our bar and the Spaniard only continues to impress our resident Red Devils.
With that in mind, reports from the Daily Mail have gone down a storm today. They’ve revealed Jose Mourinho has abandoned his usual rotating of goalkeepers in European competition, confirming De Gea will start against FC Basel.
Last season, the self-proclaimed ‘Special One’ opted to field Sergio Romero between the sticks during the club’s successful Europa League campaign and, while the Argentine is obviously a level below De Gea, he rarely let him down.
However, the fact the club’s No.1 will mind nets for life back in with the European elite has reassured the punters propping up our bar.
‘I don’t like that clear separation of you play this competition, I play this competition”, said Mourinho in his pre-match press conference.
”David is really well and really confident and I go with David.’
Landlord’s Verdict:
It’s probably harsh on Romero, who performed admirably in the Europa League, though it’s hard to leave a ‘keeper the level of De Gea out of any action.
A move Mourinho had to make.
Thoughts?
