Sometimes the fate of the players depends on nothing. A few weeks ago, Manchester United didn’t seem at all concerned about the goalkeeping position. Even if David De Gea was coming to the end of his contract, all the lights were green for a contract extension for the Spanish goalkeeper. His coach Erik ten Hag had announced it several times at a press conference in addition to confirming his status as number 1 despite some questionable performances.
But then, everything suddenly accelerated. With the iconic Red Devils keeper unable to agree on a salary, impatient Manchester United began to survey the goalkeeper market. And the track leading to André Onana quickly became obvious. The Cameroonian goalkeeper, author of an XXL season with Inter Milan, became the priority of Erik ten Hag who had already had him under his orders at Ajax Amsterdam. Meanwhile, David De Gea formalized his departure from the club.
A big shot from Manchester United
After making several offers to Inter Milan who were asking for just over 50 million to let Onana go, Manchester United finally got their hands on their new goalkeeper. “Andre Onana has joined Manchester United on a contract running until June 2028, with an option for a further year”explains the press release of the club.
A big blow for Manchester United. The English club recovers one of the best goalkeepers in the world. Above all, the Mancunian management sends a strong message to Erik ten Hag. The Glazer family had, in fact, promised the Dutch technician that André Onana was going to land in England. A transfer that shows the club’s confidence in its coach. André Onana will have the difficult task of succeeding David De Gea who will have marked the history of the club by playing for 12 seasons playing 545 matches.
