Sir Alex Ferguson hails David de Gea

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has heaped praised on David de Gea for the goalkeeper's role in their 2-0 win at Blackburn Rovers.

The Spaniard made a number of saves in keeping a clean sheet as United went five points clear at the top of the Premier League following the win.

"David de Gea made three fantastic saves to keep us in the game," said Ferguson.

"Although we had all the possession, we couldn't create the openings to get in front.

"Javier Hernandez hit the post and we had a penalty kick claim - I didn't think it was - so David has done his bit for the team. He has really grown in stature the boy. He was outstanding."

De Gea made the move to Old Trafford in the summer from Atletico Madrid in a fee of around £19m.