United in safe hands as Dubravka signs on season-long loan

Martin Dubravka labelled joining Manchester United a "special moment" after his loan move from Newcastle was confirmed.

The Slovakian international, 33, will provide competition to David de Gea following Dean Henderson's season-long switch to Nottingham Forest.

United have paid a reported £2million for Dubravka's services and will be obligated to buy the keeper for £6m if he plays a certain number of Premier League games.

Now he is ready to give the club his all after swapping the North East for the North West of England.

Dubravka said: "To be joining Manchester United is a special moment in my career. I can’t wait to get started and help the group achieve its ambitions.

"I am joining an excellent group of goalkeepers with lots of experience in the Premier League and I know we will push and support each other to keep our standards at the highest levels. 

"The chance to work with De Gea, alongside Tom Heaton, is one I am relishing.

"I’d like to sincerely thank everyone at Newcastle, and especially the fans, for many great experiences over the past four-and-a-half years. 

"My focus is now on helping Manchester United and we’ll see what the future holds after I have given my all this season. I am excited to be here."

Dubravka fell behind Nick Pope in the pecking order this term after making 130 appearances for the Magpies.

And his experience in the top flight led United director of football John Murtough to hail the club's goalkeeping group.

Murtough said: "Martin has proven himself to be a top Premier League goalkeeper and his experience and personality will be a great addition to our strong goalkeeping group, alongside David, Tom and our younger keepers. 

"Together they will create a high-performance environment with each of them ready to step up and play when called upon."