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Post by CaajScot on Apr 17, 2015 8:56:45 GMT
17/04/2015 08:27, Report by Adam Marshall & Dan James Blog: Stats show De Gea has the edge on Courtois
For many, the tag of the Barclays Premier League's best goalkeeper can be attributed to David De Gea or Thibaut Courtois, men who will be on opposing sides when Manchester United face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
De Gea, last year's Player of the Year at Old Trafford, has been outstanding for Louis van Gaal all season but credit is also due to Chelsea's Courtois for a successful first year in England after being stationed at Atletico Madrid, where he replaced the Reds' no.1 for three campaigns from 2011.
Enlisting the help of Opta to judge the two men, it appears United's Spain international just has the edge over his Belgian rival. Both stoppers were excellent during the 1-1 draw between the clubs last October but, while Courtois was named Man of the Match on that occasion, De Gea shades many of the overall statistical breakdowns.
The United star has played every single minute this term, making 32 appearances in the league and five more than Courtois. Hence, it's perhaps somewhat inevitable that he has conceded more goals (30 compared to 26) and kept more clean sheets (10 to nine) than the latter. A fairer guide is that De Gea is beaten every 96 minutes on average, five more than the Chelsea custodian's figure of 91.
De Gea also makes more stops per game, although only by the smallest of margins (2.5 to 2.4), and has a better saves-to-shots ratio (73% to 71%). The fact he has been equal to some 52 shots from inside the box (Courtois has made 36 from the same distance) seems to confirm the opinion that the 24-year-old is particularly effective in one-on-one duels and displaying his razor-sharp reflexes with his feet and hands.
One area where Courtois comes out on top is the amount of crosses he has claimed, making a noteworthy 61 catches (De Gea has made 23). When you consider that the United ever-present has not dropped any of these catches, and produced five punches to his opposite number's nine, the conclusion is either the Blues goalie is more commanding when coming off his line or, perhaps, the league leaders simply have to defend more balls into the box. Either way, let's hope that zero figure of dropped catches can be carried through until the end of the season, because it would reflect the flawless nature of the Old Trafford favourite's work.
When it comes to distribution, De Gea has made 231 long kicks to Courtois' 195 and enjoys a better success rate in this field, suggesting he is continuing to improve under coach Frans Hoek's tuition when it comes to making accurate clearances. Arguably more adept with the ball at his feet than the 6ft 6in giant, the United ace has been more involved in general play this term than in any of his previous years at the club.
De Gea has been nominated for two PFA Player of the Year awards and, despite expecting accusations of bias, we feel the statistics back David as the keeper to replace Petr Cech, Chelsea's number two, in the top line-up for 2014/15. Special mentions are warranted for Lukasz Fabianski of Swansea City (the best saves-to-shot ratio), Southampton's sidelined Fraser Forster (most clean sheets) and QPR's first-choice Robert Green (most saves) but, for our money, David De Gea is simply the best goalkeeper in the Premier League.www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Features/Features/2015/Apr/david-de-gea-edges-thibaut-courtois-in-opta-stats-comparison.aspx?pageNo=2 |
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Post by ratbag on Apr 17, 2015 10:25:28 GMT
The funny thing is that he thanked his team for his getting a nomination!! Not sure he saw the irony of that!
An honour to be nominated for the @pfa awards Many thanks to all my teammates for making it possible #PFAawards
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Post by Reduntildeath on Apr 17, 2015 12:21:21 GMT
Not one for conspiracy theories but has anyone noticed that when DDG is interviewed these days on MUTV he speaks only Spanish? Used to speak English most of the time,and pretty well too.
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Post by CaajScot on Apr 17, 2015 12:55:12 GMT
Not one for conspiracy theories but has anyone noticed that when DDG is interviewed these days on MUTV he speaks only Spanish? Used to speak English most of the time,and pretty well too. The interviews could be for the Spanish media or the Man United Spanish supporters clubs etc? If you go into the Official website you will see a bar above with..... |
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Post by Reduntildeath on Apr 18, 2015 10:32:00 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2015 11:05:54 GMT
Just a rehash of bollocks to be honest. No in-depth reporting at all just a paragraph with no facts or quotes from those involved.
That being said I'd put an August deadline on this debacle and then sell him (preferably to anyone other than Real to fuck them off) if he is still dithering, better to get some than watch him walk to Real on a free.
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Post by CaajScot on Apr 18, 2015 11:14:03 GMT
Just more rumours/speculation and as Mark said a load of bollocks. I will only believe it when its announced on MUTV or the Official Website.  "Real Madrid Transfer News: Latest on David De Gea and Jose Luis Gaya Rumours
By Rob Blanchette , Featured Columnist Apr 18, 2015
Conflicting reports have surfaced regarding David De Gea's potential move to Real Madrid, with Carlo Ancelotti claiming he will not sign a new goalkeeper in the summer.
Ed Malyon of the Mirror quoted journalist Josep Pedrerol speaking on Spanish television station La Sexta's Jugones show, confirming his belief De Gea has agreed in principle to join Los Blancos for the start of next season:".bleacherreport.com/articles/2434745-real-madrid-transfer-news-latest-on-david-de-gea-and-jose-luis-gaya-rumours? |
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Post by _ on Apr 18, 2015 12:46:56 GMT
Just more rumours/speculation and as Mark said a load of bollocks. I will only believe it when its announced on MUTV or the Official Website. "Real Madrid Transfer News: Latest on David De Gea and Jose Luis Gaya Rumours
By Rob Blanchette , Featured Columnist Apr 18, 2015
Conflicting reports have surfaced regarding David De Gea's potential move to Real Madrid, with Carlo Ancelotti claiming he will not sign a new goalkeeper in the summer.
Ed Malyon of the Mirror quoted journalist Josep Pedrerol speaking on Spanish television station La Sexta's Jugones show, confirming his belief De Gea has agreed in principle to join Los Blancos for the start of next season:".bleacherreport.com/articles/2434745-real-madrid-transfer-news-latest-on-david-de-gea-and-jose-luis-gaya-rumours? In the last 3 days there have been stories saying Ancelotti believes Casillas is good enough to carry on, the next day it was "Real looking at Begovic to replace Casillas" and now Shaggy is a done deal  It's ALL speculative bollocks |
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Post by CaajScot on Apr 20, 2015 9:14:06 GMT
19/04/2015 10:23, Report by James Tuck De Gea enjoys connection with Mata and Herrera
Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea feels his friendship with fellow Spaniards Juan Mata and Ander Herrera is having a positive impact on the team.
The trio were unable to inspire the Reds to victory against Chelsea on Saturday, but De Gea has been in superb form all season and the link-up between Mata and Herrera has been especially effective in recent weeks.
"We all get on very well, both on and off the field, and I think that can have an influence in making the team play better," De Gea told MUTV before the clash at Stamford Bridge.
"For example, when Juan and Ander are both playing, they have a great understanding on the field and that really helps. They know each other really well, from way back with the various youth levels of the national team.
"I think they have been combining superbly and they can achieve great things at this club. We’re really good mates and it’s marvellous to have them all here."
De Gea, Mata and Herrera are among eight Spanish-speaking players in the squad, along with Angel Di Maria, Radamel Falcao, Antonio Valencia, Marcos Rojo and Victor Valdes.
"The dressing room has changed a lot since I arrived," De Gea admitted. "There are a lot of us now who speak Spanish and it’s a real pleasure for me to be with them. It makes everything easier.
"It’s a language we are all comfortable using, especially the newer arrivals, who still struggle a bit in English.
We all help each other out and it’s great to have them here."
De Gea’s outing at Chelsea was his 39th of the season and, in fact, he hasn’t missed a game for United for more than a year. But the 24-year-old insists he can cope.
"Of course, as the games rack up, you do start to feel tired, although for keepers it’s more of a mental fatigue," he said.
"But I’m young and I like to play as much as I possibly can, I enjoy my football, and let’s hope the run of playing every game continues for a long time to come."
De Gea is on the shortlist to be named PFA Players’ Player of the Year and has a good chance of retaining the Sir Matt Busby award at the club’s end-of-season ceremony.
"It’s true that last season was good for me from a personal point of view, but I think things are going quite a bit better for me this time around," he added.
"I’m competing better, performing well and my decision-making is a lot better this season. I’m happy and I’m trying to keep going in the same way and keep improving."
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Post by ratbag on Apr 20, 2015 9:25:02 GMT
19/04/2015 10:23, Report by James Tuck De Gea enjoys connection with Mata and Herrera
Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea feels his friendship with fellow Spaniards Juan Mata and Ander Herrera is having a positive impact on the team.
The trio were unable to inspire the Reds to victory against Chelsea on Saturday, but De Gea has been in superb form all season and the link-up between Mata and Herrera has been especially effective in recent weeks.
"We all get on very well, both on and off the field, and I think that can have an influence in making the team play better," De Gea told MUTV before the clash at Stamford Bridge.
"For example, when Juan and Ander are both playing, they have a great understanding on the field and that really helps. They know each other really well, from way back with the various youth levels of the national team.
"I think they have been combining superbly and they can achieve great things at this club. We’re really good mates and it’s marvellous to have them all here."
De Gea, Mata and Herrera are among eight Spanish-speaking players in the squad, along with Angel Di Maria, Radamel Falcao, Antonio Valencia, Marcos Rojo and Victor Valdes.
"The dressing room has changed a lot since I arrived," De Gea admitted. "There are a lot of us now who speak Spanish and it’s a real pleasure for me to be with them. It makes everything easier.
"It’s a language we are all comfortable using, especially the newer arrivals, who still struggle a bit in English.
We all help each other out and it’s great to have them here."
De Gea’s outing at Chelsea was his 39th of the season and, in fact, he hasn’t missed a game for United for more than a year. But the 24-year-old insists he can cope.
"Of course, as the games rack up, you do start to feel tired, although for keepers it’s more of a mental fatigue," he said.
"But I’m young and I like to play as much as I possibly can, I enjoy my football, and let’s hope the run of playing every game continues for a long time to come."
De Gea is on the shortlist to be named PFA Players’ Player of the Year and has a good chance of retaining the Sir Matt Busby award at the club’s end-of-season ceremony.
"It’s true that last season was good for me from a personal point of view, but I think things are going quite a bit better for me this time around," he added.
"I’m competing better, performing well and my decision-making is a lot better this season. I’m happy and I’m trying to keep going in the same way and keep improving."
www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Features/Football-News/2015/Apr/manchester-united-goalkeeper-david-de-gea-enjoys-spanish-connection-with-juan-mata-and-ander-herrera.aspx?pageNo=2One word...STAY!!!!!! |
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Post by CaajScot on Apr 25, 2015 6:25:35 GMT
24/04/2015 22:30, Report by James Tuck
Van Gaal: I want De Gea to stay
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal responded to questions about David De Gea’s future at his pre-match press conference on Friday.
Some media have linked De Gea, whose current deal with the Reds runs until 2016, with a move away in the summer. But van Gaal wants the in-form Spanish goalkeeper to be at Old Trafford next season.
“It [contract talks] takes a long time now,” van Gaal said. “It can always happen – I am not the boss. I want him to stay, but I've explained that the player is the boss – he can say yes or no.”
When pressed by journalists, the manager added: “You have to ask David De Gea, not me. He has to sign; we have offered him a lot of money.”
www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Features/Football-News/2015/Apr/louis-van-gaal-wants-david-de-gea-to-be-at-manchester-united-next-season.aspx
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2015 6:27:33 GMT
24/04/2015 22:30, Report by James Tuck
Van Gaal: I want De Gea to stay
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal responded to questions about David De Gea’s future at his pre-match press conference on Friday.
Some media have linked De Gea, whose current deal with the Reds runs until 2016, with a move away in the summer. But van Gaal wants the in-form Spanish goalkeeper to be at Old Trafford next season.
“It [contract talks] takes a long time now,” van Gaal said. “It can always happen – I am not the boss. I want him to stay, but I've explained that the player is the boss – he can say yes or no.”
When pressed by journalists, the manager added: “You have to ask David De Gea, not me. He has to sign; we have offered him a lot of money.”
www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Features/Football-News/2015/Apr/louis-van-gaal-wants-david-de-gea-to-be-at-manchester-united-next-season.aspx Van Gaal putting it back on De Gea now. United are now getting tired of waiting and trying to push him into a decision. |
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Post by Jayrannasaurus on Apr 25, 2015 7:20:34 GMT
"We have offered him a lot of money."
Dave can kindly do one if he's not signing a new deal, we paid a great deal of money for such a young keeper and showed enormous faith in him.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2015 7:22:06 GMT
"We have offered him a lot of money." Dave can kindly do one if he's not signing a new deal, we paid a great deal of money for such a young keeper and showed enormous faith in him. I still think he'll sign. Don't want us to get on his back too much. |
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Post by Jayrannasaurus on Apr 25, 2015 7:23:29 GMT
Even if he signs he will likely be off in the summer or next year, but at least we'd get a fee.
If he leaves on a free he'll deserve all the flack he gets.
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