PICTURES: Man Utd shot stopper David De Gea sparks handball debate

DAVID DE GEA caused a moment of controversy during Manchester United's clash against Chelsea.

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David De Gea appears to handle the ball outside the area

The Spaniard got involved in a tangle with Antonio Valencia in the 36th minute as he tried to clear the ball while under pressure from Eden Hazard.

But as he came to meet the ball, De Gea pushed the ball with his wrist.

De Gea was right on the edge, if not just outside the box when he handled the ball, however he escaped punishment.

The linesman also failed to spot the incident and there was no major reaction from the Chelsea players.

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David De Gea tries to collect the ball with Eden Hazard in pursuit

De Gea's luck ran out when Eden Hazard tucked the ball under his legs for the Blues' opener two minutes later.

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