Manchester United has found Onana's future replacement

The stay of André Onana at Manchester United is seemingly nearing its end. In light of the increasingly disappointing and criticized performances of the Cameroonian, the Manchester club is intensifying its search for a new goalkeeper.

André Onana, under pressure after repeated mistakes

Between disappointing performances, controversies, and financial pressure related to the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), Onana's departure seems inevitable. Arriving at Manchester United in 2023 to succeed David De Gea, André Onana has not truly managed to convince. His recent poor performances, notably during the 2-2 draw against Olympique Lyonnais in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final, where he committed two major errors, have intensified the criticism against him.

According to Opta statistics, Onana holds the unfortunate record for the most errors leading to goals among Premier League goalkeepers since the start of the 2024-2025 season.​

Oblak and Bayindir in Manchester United's starting blocks

In response to this situation, Manchester United is actively exploring the transfer market to bolster its goalkeeping position. Rumors suggest that the club has made contact with Brighton regarding Bart Verbruggen. This 22-year-old Dutch goalkeeper has delivered notable performances with the Seagulls. Additionally, Zion Suzuki, a Japanese keeper playing for Parma, is also mentioned as a target for the Mancunians to replace André Onana this summer. For now, the Cameroonian might find himself benched following his poor showing against the Gones in the Europa League.

Lydiane N'Po |

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