5 big-name under-performers from the top-six sides | Premier League 2019-20

Brighton & Hove Albion v Chelsea FC - Premier League
Brighton & Hove Albion v Chelsea FC - Premier League

#2 David De Gea (Manchester United)

Manchester United v Newcastle United - Premier League
Manchester United v Newcastle United - Premier League

David De Gea looks a shadow of his former self and the Spaniard has started the season in underwhelming fashion once again. Regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world, De Gea's decline has been gradual since the 2018 FIFA World Cup and has cost United points a handful of times this season.

The Spaniard has often been slated for his lack of ability on the ball, but his tendency to get beaten on his near post has come back to haunt him once again this season, with Burnley's second goal at Old Trafford in their 2-0 victory a classic example of this fact. The 29-year-old is not what he used to be a couple of years ago and being one of the senior players of this relatively inexperienced Manchester United squad, he should be performing a lot better than he has lately.

The Premier League-winning goalkeeper was rewarded with a bumper new contract last year and if his form continues, the red devils will like they made a massive mistake in doing so. Dean Henderson, who is on loan at Sheffield United, has been one of the best goalkeepers in the league this season and United could turn to him if De Gea's fortunes don't turn around quickly.

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