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'De Gea knows I want him to stay' - Solskjaer hopes goalkeeper extends Man Utd contract

Ole Gunner Solskjaer is hopeful that Manchester United will convince David de Gea to extend his contract with the club.

The Premier League side have been in talks with the 28-year-old goalkeeper over a new deal for months before his current one expires at the end of the season.

De Gea has faced strong criticism in the early stage of the 2019-20 campaign, with some saying the level of his performances has dropped dramatically in recent months .

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While ex-Chelsea shot stopper Mark Schwarzer argued that De Gea's performances have been "average" for the past six months , United legend Edwin van der Sar reminded him that he could easily be replaced by the Red Devils.