Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal admits they are indebted to David de Gea after victory at Crystal Palace.

De Gea deserves a lot of credit if they return to the top table of European football, and at Selhurst Park the Spaniard underlined his position as one of the best goalkeepers around.

"He made a great save at the most important moment," Van Gaal said, referring to an exceptional stop to deny Glenn Murray.

"At that time Crystal Palace could score the second goal and then it shall be very difficult for us to come again in the match."