D. De Gea recognized as the best player in the Premier League for the month of January © JumpStory

"Manchester United" team goalkeeper David De Gea has been named the best player of the English Premier League in January. The Spaniard blocked a total of 22 shots in four matches last month, contributing to the team's earned points. De Gea is the goalkeeper who has blocked the most shots in the league this season. D. De Gea became the first goalkeeper to win this award since 2016, when "Southampton" goalkeeper Fraser Forster received such recognition."

The first goalkeeper to win @EASPORTSFIFA Player of the Month since 2016. Congratulations, @D_DeGea ➡️ https://t.co/5pWHTJXrRy #PLAwards pic.twitter.com/94EFdhaEhf

- Premier League (@premierleague) February 4, 2022