Saudi club interested in ex-Man United keeper De Gea – source

Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is attracting interest from a number of clubs in Europe and the Saudi Pro League, including Al Shabab, a source has told ESPN.

De Gea has been without a club since leaving Old Trafford last summer and despite numerous offers over seven months, he remains a free agent.

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The Spain international, according to a source, rejected an approach from the Saudi Pro League (SPL) this summer but has since held talks with Al Shabab.

The 33-year-old left United after 12 years after failing to agree a new contract. United were keen to complete a deal which would have seen De Gea take a pay cut following Erik ten Hag's decision to pursue the signing of Andre Onana as their new number 1.

Al-Shabab, 11th in the SPL table, showed ambition this month by attempting to hire Jose Mourinho as manager and recruit Miguel Almirón from Newcastle United.

De Gea, according to a source, would prefer to resume his career in Europe but has not ruled out joining an SPL team.

Meanwhile, a source has told ESPN that SPL clubs are showing interest in Fulham midfielder Andreas Pereira.

The Brazil international has impressed during his 18 months at Craven Cottage following a £10 million ($12.7 million) move from United in 2022. He has recorded four assists in the Premier League this season after in having scored six last season.

Pereira has a contract at Fulham until 2026 with an option for a further year and Fulham are said to be expecting a significant fee before the 28-year-old is allowed to leave.