David de Gea drops second hint over shock Man Utd return with revealing social media post

David de Gea has dropped yet another hint on social media that he could return to Manchester United this winter.

The 32-year-old remains without a club after he called time on his 12-year career at Old Trafford in July, following the expiration of his contract.

The 27-year-old shot-stopper, who only joined the Red Devils over the summer, could miss up to eight matches should Cameroon go deep into the competition.

The former Spain international has now posted another photo on social media, suggesting he is keeping himself sharp for any opportunity that may arise.

Taking to Instagram yesterday, De Gea of pair of goalkeeping gloves, football boots and a ball on his story. The image was accompanied by the caption: "feeling good".

"It is impossible. You need double positions."

"It's not what I want, it's more what top football demands nowadays," added Ten Hag. "If you observe the biggest teams, you have to be capable of playing from the back, and use your 'keeper as a plus one in your back, otherwise it's very simple for opponents to put you under pressure.

"He [De Gea] had to step up. In a number of games, he showed progression."