The National’s Sport cover for the Wednesday, September 2 issue, featuring David de Gea, as the fallout from his transfer saga dominated a relatively quiet deadline day.
Real Madrid initiated a war of words with their 10-point statement early in the day, with Manchester United responding with their own detailed retort hours later, both clubs insisting the other were at fault for the collapse of the deal.
Ultimately, Manchester United can claim victory over this round – they still have De Gea, as they themselves noted:
“The club is delighted that its fan-favourite double player of the year, David de Gea, remains a Manchester United player.”
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