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David de Gea: 'It has been difficult'

De Gea: 'It has been difficult'
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Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea admits that he struggled during his first season in the Premier League.

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has admitted that he found it hard to adapt to English football during his first season at the club.

The 21-year-old, who overcame a shaky start to establish himself as the club's number one stopper, has revealed that his English is now improving.

"My English is getting better. I understand most things but I find it harder to speak. English football is different, especially for a goalkeeper," he told The Guardian.

"It's more aggressive, more physical. It's far, far harder. The ball is in the air more and you get pushed about. And the referees don't blow [for] anything!"

De Gea is currently on Olympic duty with Spain.

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