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De Gea: When I arrived at Man Utd it was difficult

David de Gea is proud to be with Manchester United for 11 years.

De Gea admits his early years after arriving from Atletico Madrid were difficult.

"When I arrived," said De Gea, "to be honest, it was tough, difficult.

"The first season here was a long time ago so it was great to sign for Manchester United and 11 years later I'm still here and very happy."

De Gea, 31, is inside the final year of his current deal.

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