Saturday 27 June 2015 20:41, UK
Dwight Yorke believes Victor Valdes is the man to become Manchester United’s number one goalkeeper if David De Gea leaves Old Trafford - but urges Louis van Gaal to splash the cash this summer.
De Gea has been heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid after an impressive season with United.
And Yorke believes fellow-Spaniard Valdes, who joined United on a free transfer in January, has the experience to fill the void.
The former United striker told Sky Sports News HQ: “Victor Valdes probably thinks he would have a good opportunity.
“He’s got a wealth of experience and has won everything in the game. He will probably be a suitable candidate and fill that gap.”
He added: “The likes of Petr Cech could have been a candidate to replace De Gea.
“But the fact that De Gea still remains at Manchester United shows a deal has not been done.”
Yorke, who was at United from 1999 to 2002, believes Van Gaal needs sign a defender, a holding midfielder and a striker if they are to mount a serious title challenge next season.
He added: “We have struggled defensively all season.
“Going forward we had Angel De Maria, Wayne Rooney, Robin Van Persie, Falcao - but they haven’t been able to deliver the devastating blow we know they are capable of doing.
“That may be a point where he may need to make some changes with another forward player.
“And when Michael Carrick is not playing we see how thin Manchester United look - Van Gaal needs to look at a holding midfielder."
