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Funny photo: David de Gea reveals his creepy long fingers

David de Gea and his creepy long fingers dominate the 2011 UEFA European Under-21 Championship trophy following Spain's 2-0 victory over Switzerland. Alvaro Dominguez, who plays for Borussia Monchengladbach, is the man to his right with normal sized fingers

David de Gea and his creepy long fingers dominate the 2011 UEFA European Under-21 Championship trophy following Spain's 2-0 victory over Switzerland. Alvaro Dominguez, who plays for Borussia Monchengladbach, is the man to his right with normal sized fingers

By talkSPORT magazine | Saturday, February 16, 2013

 

If you're still struggling to get your head around David de Gea's stunning performance for Man United against Real Madrid in the Champions League, then we may just have an answer.

The 22 year-old Spanish goalkeeper - pictured above with his gloves off in 2011 - is the proud owner of freakishly long fingers, so it's little wonder he's consiered one of the finest shot stoppers in world football.

What did you make of De Gea's performance against Real Madrid? Do you think his extraordinarily long fingers played a part? Let us know by leaving a comment below...