Manchester United fans have called for the club to re-sign David de Gea after they shared a birthday message for the goalkeeper on social media.
On Tuesday, the Red Devils' official account on X, formerly known as Twitter, took a moment to post a birthday message for De Gea - who was released by United last season.
Since departing Old Trafford, however, the Spaniard has failed to attract a new club and remains a free agent - despite winning the Premier League Golden Glove in 2022-23.
There's been rumours circulating that De Gea could land a sensational return to Old Trafford, after he was spotted out at lunch with his former team-mates.
And now, after United's birthday message, a number of supporters have called on the club to 'bring him home'.
Taking to X on Tuesday, United shared a graphic that read 'Happy Birthday' and had a picture of De Gea in the centre.
In response, a number of United fans quickly fired back, with one saying: 'Bring him Home . We want David back say we want David back!!!!!'.
'Miss Dave so much', another said with heart emojis accompanying the message.
One supporter boldly claimed: 'David de Gea, Sir Alex Ferguson's greatest legacy'.
Another fan referenced United's current keeper Andre Onana, as they said: 'Better than Andre Onana'.
Onana has endured difficulties of his own since joining Manchester United from Inter Milan during the summer window in a deal worth £43million.
The Cameroonian has been the receiving end of mounting criticism after numerous mistakes from the opening couple months of his United career.
De Gea, meanwhile, sent fans into frenzy a cryptic message in an apparent reference to his future on social media last month.
He tweeted a chin rubbing emoji that suggests he is thinking about his future which came just days after he met with former team-mates for a meal.
Club captain Bruno Fernandes took to social media to share his 'coffee and friends' date with the goalkeeper and a handful of Red Devils stars.
The 32-year-old is a legend at the club but previously refused to take the drastic pay cut on his £375,000-a-week wages after months of lengthy negotiations, however he has remained close with former colleagues.
KYZZYLOVE
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yes we need him back to man utd
Yehcdilrs
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late him think of coming back
faubcloyz
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yes bring him back
Nahbeostuz
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Onana is the best keeper than DDG1, especially with ball distributions on the pitch. We will give him much time to get on track.
Nahbeostuz
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No need to bring him back, we should learn to be confident, and content with what we currently have. It's too early for us to lose patience in Onana. He's getting into form bit by bit.
Aya67
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Omniscient, fans. Hallelujah
cuzdeiklru
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He should only on competition-base or as second Gk
Golden1361
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that's amazing. what a great action by the fans
nocbirtuz
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Can’t still get a club, a disgrace to Manchester United…. Onana is far better than D gea
0 ball knowledge 💀
Rekabelnou
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Can’t still get a club, a disgrace to Manchester United…. Onana is far better than D gea
Kakcdelmpu
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He is a legend of the Club but reign has come to an ebd
Petdeortyz
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Onana is far more a goalkeeper than De Gea. Onana is among the best three keepers in the premier league now. if you doubt check his statistics.
AllEyesOnMe2023
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ah swear. the most problem manutd have is there fans. they really need to sell off there fanbase because they are the most confused fanbase ever seen. imagine calling de gea back 😂 that's why they don't progress at all.
together with the owners😂😂
doodenoptz
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in my united we have the most confused, idiots and panicking fans ever. last season that same stupid fan base were calling for DDG's head and he was massively critised, and when the rumours came around that united were considering Onani, they were happy, and finally we bought Onani and he has made few mistakes they want DDG back. its tough to be a man utd fan with these fellow brainless human beings
ah swear. the most problem manutd have is there fans. they really need to sell off there fanbase because they are the most confused fanbase ever seen. imagine calling de gea back 😂 that's why they don't progress at all.
hewblmnsu
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Onana has finally started to find his former and accurate just like DDG did in his debut season. We should have some patience and belief in our promising players and avoid quick but not lasting solutions. Who of these fans can predict DOG'S form given the length of time he has spent off field.
Mrdogood12
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Fans are fans assume Onana is doing well now you people will still say yes i said it David de gee is not a keeper. try to be truthful for once United Fans.
lepekmop
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De Gea is a die hard fan of United and I suggest he come back. Though high profile errors may still be lingering in our minds.
why not the numerous breathtaking saves he made
sekilnotu
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If utd re sign De Gea it will be a step back ward
Gberto
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This are the very fans who said they wanted him out of the team. Let's not act as hypocrites, by moving forward and looking behind
Kumabdklpr
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David degea back
Bazcdinruz
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the team is not doing good at all is not onana whit the problem, player's must commit and do better in the team...
SonicSynchro
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The best there was, Come back home De Gea ❤️
Lowaelprty
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confused fans. what do you want useless people.
AllEyesOnMe2023
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in my united we have the most confused, idiots and panicking fans ever. last season that same stupid fan base were calling for DDG's head and he was massively critised, and when the rumours came around that united were considering Onani, they were happy, and finally we bought Onani and he has made few mistakes they want DDG back. its tough to be a man utd fan with these fellow brainless human beings
hoaeilmt
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De Gea is a die hard fan of United and I suggest he come back. Though high profile errors may still be lingering in our minds.
Bouaeiosuy
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Olë was better than Bald Hag... De Gea was better than Banana... CR7 was 1000X better than Whataghost... Manchester United with BAD decisions [Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]
Roainoprsu
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We don't want him
will need his
kuoacdeky
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d blm s Glazer family
Roainoprsu
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Wii need his
kuoacdeky
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we dont want him anymo
UnitedbybloodV
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You all calling for DD to come back are dumb
TheOddOne
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Seriously? what is Man Utd trying to do? tell the fans they made a mistake?
Nazdilmpr
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Onana is not the problem
Nazdilmpr
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We don't want him