De Gea: Ten Hag v Arteta can be the new Ferguson v Wenger

The United shot-stopper is also pleased to see the clubs settled and battling towards the top end of the Premier League table ahead of the latest encounter, following a number of tough seasons for both sides over recent years.

“Yeah, of course [it’s good to see United and Arsenal performing well],” he said. “Both teams have been massive clubs. They are great teams, always playing to win trophies.

“So it’s nice to play now and both teams are in a good shape, playing well. So yeah, it’s going to be a massive game, of course, and we want to win. We are going there to try to beat them.”