De Gea: The Premier League is the most competitive league by far Premier League He recently renewed his Manchester United contract

David de Gea hailed the Premier League and emphasised the high level of competition between its teams.

The Spaniard has recently renewed his contract with Manchester United and shared his experience of winning the 2012/13 title in England.

"It is difficult to describe in words what it means to win a Premier League," De Gea told DAZN.

"Everyone is watching it; it's a passion.

"It is the most competitive league in the world by far and I think it is very valuable to win it."

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been criticised following the team's results since becoming the permanent United boss, but the Spanish goalkeeper backed the Norwegian.

"He is from the club as he has been as a player here for many years," De Gea added.

"He knows the club well and the important thing is that the whole team are with him to death."

De Gea went on to express his joy at becoming one of United's captains, but he also stressed the responsibility that comes with it.

"We are a special club - the biggest in England - and it's a pride and pleasure to have been here for many years," he noted.

"Being one of the captains of a club with so much history is a privilege and it's impressive.

"It's a big responsibility to wear the armband and to try to set an example for young people."