David de Gea

Spain · Goalkeeper · Gen 3 · Messi & Ronaldo · Peak 2014-2018

Reflex shot-stopper who saved with hands and feet alike

Nicknames Dave

65.2OVR#71 of 90 goalkeepers

Goalkeeping, outfield and career attributes, position-weighted. Ranked among goalkeepers.

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping79.3
  • Speed16.7
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement14.4
  • Football IQ67.8
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical66.7
  • Mental79.0
  • Career82.8

Top 10 attributes

  1. Reflexes96
  2. Reactions96
  3. Diving94
  4. Agility92
  5. Durability92
  6. Recovery90
  7. One-on-Ones88
  8. Longevity88
  9. Loyalty87
  10. GK Positioning84

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 79.3

  • Diving94
  • Handling80
  • Reflexes96
  • GK Positioning84
  • One-on-Ones88
  • Commanding Area62
  • Kicking72
  • Distribution74
  • Sweeping64

Speed 16.7

  • Top Speed48
  • Acceleration52
  • Dribbling Speed–
  • Top Speed with Ball–
  • Knock-on & Run–
  • Change of Pace–

Shooting –

  • Finishing–
  • Shot Power–
  • Long Shots–
  • Volleys–
  • Curve–
  • Penalties–
  • Heading–
  • Direct Free Kicks–
  • Shooting Creativity–
  • Acrobatics–

Passing –

  • Short Passing–
  • Long Passing–
  • Through Balls–
  • Crossing–
  • Link-up Play–
  • Vision–
  • Set-Piece Delivery–

Ball Control –

  • Dribbling–
  • Possession–
  • First Touch–
  • Skills & Tricks–
  • Weak Foot–
  • Press Resistance–

Movement 14.4

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation72
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 67.8

  • Decision Making78
  • Spatial Awareness76
  • Game Management72
  • Tactical Creativity45

Defending Skill –

  • Defensive Positioning–
  • Marking–
  • Interceptions–
  • Standing Tackle–
  • Sliding Tackle–
  • Offside Trap–

Physical 66.7

  • Strength66
  • Stamina72
  • Agility92
  • Balance84
  • Recovery90
  • Reactions96
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels56
  • Aggression44

Mental 79.0

  • Big-Game Temperament76
  • Leadership72
  • Selflessness80
  • Concentration84
  • Determination80
  • Tactical Discipline82

Career 82.8

  • Consistency84
  • Longevity88
  • Achievements63
  • Durability92
  • Loyalty87

Profile

Born
7 November 1990
Height
192 cm
Weight
82 kg
Foot
Right
Career
2009–now
Prime
2014-2018

Club career

  • 2009–2011 Atlético Madrid
  • 2011–2023 Manchester United
  • 2024–now Fiorentina

Honours

Europa League 2

2010 Atlético Madrid · 2017 Manchester United

League title · Premier League Manchester United 1

2012–13

UEFA Super Cup 1

2010

FA Cup 1

2015–16

League Cup 2

2016–17, 2022–23

Community Shield 3

2011, 2013, 2016

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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