David de Gea breaks the internet with cryptic social media post as ex-Man Utd keeper hunts new club

David de Gea has teased fans on social media about a potential return to football this summer.

The summer transfer window ahead of the 2024/25 season is well and truly underway with many of Europe's top clubs bringing new talent into the team.

One of the busiest clubs this summer has been Manchester United, who in one week secured the signings of both Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and Leny Yoro from Lille.

And it looks like one of the club's most iconic ex-players may also make a move in the transfer window, with David de Gea posting a cryptic message on social media that has got fans talking.

Writing on X, the former United goalkeeper simply posted one emoji, the hourglass.

This would suggest that the 33-year-old could be making a transfer announcement in the near future, having spent last season as a free agent.

And the reaction from fans on social media has been overwhelmingly positive.

Responding to the news on X, one fan wrote: "Please tell me you’ve got a club 🙏🏼❤️"

Another added: "Your incredible talent & dedication have always been a joy to watch. 🧤🌟 Hope to see you back between the 🥅 posts, bringing value & class to any club lucky enough to sign you!"

While another jokingly referenced De Gea's failed move to Real Madrid, writing: "Yes he's joining a new team finally, no fax machine to stop it this time 👏🏾

Following the expiration of his contract, De Gea departed Manchester United in July 2023, after dedicating an impressive 12 years to the Premier League club.

During his time with United, the Spaniard made 545 appearances and kept 190 clean sheets, both of which are club records.

David de Gea won eight trophies in his 12 years with Manchester United. (Image: Getty)

"I just wanted to send this farewell message to all Manchester United supporters," De Gea wrote in a social media post.

"I would like to express my unwavering gratitude and appreciation for the love from the last 12 years. We've achieved a lot since my dear Sir Alex Ferguson brought me to this club.

"I took incredible pride every time I pulled on this shirt, to lead the team, to represent this institution, the biggest club in the world was an honour only bestows upon a few lucky footballers.

"Manchester will always be in my heart, Manchester has shaped me and will never leave me."