VIDEO: David de Gea receives standing ovation from Old Trafford crowd and gift from captain Bruno Fernandes on return to Man Utd

David de Gea received a standing ovation as he returned to Manchester United for the first time since departing the club.

  • De Gea returns to Old Trafford
  • Goalkeeper as face Man Utd
  • Receives plaque from former team-mate Fernandes

VIDEO: David de Gea receives standing ovation from Old Trafford crowd and gift from captain Bruno Fernandes on return to Man UtdVIDEO: David de Gea receives standing ovation from Old Trafford crowd and gift from captain Bruno Fernandes on return to Man Utd

Every fan was on their feet as Old Trafford honoured De Gea, 34, before his new side Fiorentina took on in a pre-season friendly on Saturday, which the Red Devils won 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. The goalkeeper received a special plaque from former team-mate and current United captain Bruno Fernandes as part of the tribute.

It was the first time De Gea had the chance to bid farewell to the Old Trafford faithful in person after moving to Fiorentina on a free transfer last summer. The goalkeeper joined United in 2011 from and helped the club win eight major honours, including the title in 2012-13.

Next up for United is a mouth-watering home clash against in their opening Premier League fixture of the 2025-26 season. Meanwhile, De Gea and Fiorentina are waiting to find out who they will face in the first leg of their UEFA Europa playoff tie on 21 August.