Real Madrid to step up De Gea pursuit

Real Madrid consider Manchester United's David de Gea as their number one target for the goalkeeper's role this summer, AS reports.

The Spain international has been in tip top form for United this season, producing scintillating performances to keep the opposition at bay.

According to Spanish daily AS, Los Blancos eye De Gea as the perfect fit to replace Casillas, who is rumoured to be considering a summer exit from the Bernabeu.

The report adds that the club consider Chelsea's back-up keeper Petr Cech as an alternative option should they fail to land De Gea's signature during the summer transfer window.