David de Gea has rejected a new contract offer from Manchester United.
The Athletic reports while United want to extend his deal they are focused on reducing his huge salary - something De Gea realises he must accept if he wants to remain at the club.
When he signed his current deal in September 2019, United agreed to pay De Gea 375,000-a-week - meaning he became the world's highest-paid goalkeeper.
United manager Erik ten Hag wants the keeper to continue at Old Trafford.
The report outlines how De Gea has received a good proposal but believes his form and match-winning contributions demonstrate he is still one of the Red Devils' most important players and an appropriate salary should be paid.