3 reasons why David de Gea is truly the 'Messi of goalkeepers'

#2 Flashy reflexes

De Gea's reflexes have been impeccable

As a goalkeeper, one of the most important qualities is having solid reaction time. No better goalkeeper in the world shows this than De Gea.

Over the last couple of seasons, his quick reflexes have either kept United in the match or ensured a win even with the defence seemingly exposed.

A case and point is the Premier League match between Liverpool and United in October 2017 at Anfield. De Gea's goal was exposed with Joel Matip pouncing to tap the ball goalwards. De Gea somehow to get across the goal and make a goal-line clearance at the death with his outstretched leg.