Man Utd star runs out of answers as bizarre new reason offered for troubles under Rangnick

David de Gea has claimed that Manchester United could be under a curse following their dismal season so far and their struggles for silverware.

The Red Devils came into the season with big hopes. Not only was Jadon Sancho a marquee summer signing worth £73million, they also brought back Cristiano Ronaldo in attack.

Meanwhile, in defence, Raphael Varane – a four-time Champions League winner at Real Madrid – joined in defence.

Despite a few impressive results at the start of the season, though, United have largely failed to find their best form. They exited the Carabao Cup at the first hurdle in September. Furthermore, they lost to Middlesbrough in the third round of the FA Cup.

They are also looking unlikely to go all the way in the Champions League and a fourth-placed Premier League finish looks the most realistic target.

United are therefore facing a fifth season in succession without a trophy since their 2017 Europa League triumph.

Spain international goalkeeper De Gea told El Pais: “I think someone has put a curse on us or something.

“The truth is I don’t know what’s going on, I really don’t.

“People always ask me and we talk about it as team-mates and we just say, ‘we don’t know what’s happening’.”

However, there is seemingly more affecting United than just poor performances. Reports have described dressing room discontent and cliques among players since interim manager Ralf Rangnick took over from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November.

What’s more, as many as 11 players reportedly sought exits in January or the summer.

On Friday, meanwhile, a further report claimed that United’s players feel bemused and frustrated at Rangnick and assistant coach Chris Armas’ training methods.

Despite the troubles at Man Utd this season,