Former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster has voiced his disapproval of the club's handling of Davide de Gea.

De Gea recently departed Old Trafford after a 12-year stint with the team. Manchester United is now nearing the acquisition of Inter goalkeeper Andre Onana as De Gea's replacement, with the transfer fee expected to be around €50 million (£43m/$55m) along with additional bonuses.

Foster's criticism suggests he believes United did not treat De Gea appropriately in the process.

“I didn’t like the manner in which David De Gea left, I really didn’t,” Foster told Caught Offside, who is targeting promotion with Wrexham to League One this season.

“Considering what David has done for Manchester United over the years he deserved more respect. Football is cut-throat.

“Sometimes you get players who will angle for more money or a bigger contract. And then the fans pile in and give them dog’s abuse.

"But with De Gea he’s given Manchester United over ten years of service and has won the Player of the Year multiple times. He’s been incredible and the way they dealt with his exit was disappointing.”

De Gea drew criticism for some high-profile errors last season, despite having the most clean sheets in the Premier League to pick up the golden glove. He will likely have no shortage of suitors as he is available on a free transfer.

At 32, and given the extended life of a goalkeeper, the Spaniard easily has another five years at the highest level.