Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana looks set to leave Old Trafford after the club reached a verbal agreement with Turkish giants Trabzonspor for a season-long loan move. The deal must be finalized quickly, with the Turkish transfer window closing on September 12, giving both clubs a tight timeframe to wrap up negotiations.
Why Onana Is Leaving
Onana, who joined United from Inter Milan in 2023 for £47m, has endured a turbulent spell at Old Trafford. Despite showing glimpses of quality, his inconsistencies—particularly during United’s Champions League and domestic campaigns—have seen him drop down the pecking order.
Altay Bayindir has overtaken him as first-choice keeper.
United further reinforced by signing Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18m this summer.
Manager Ruben Amorim is keen to instill reliability at the back, something Onana has struggled to consistently deliver.
His only appearance this season came in a Carabao Cup penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, a performance that drew sharp criticism and seemed to seal his fate.
The Deal Structure
Type: Loan move (season-long)
Destination: Trabzonspor (Turkey)
Deadline: Must be completed before September 12
Fan Sentiment: Many United fans on social media are urging the club to finalize the deal immediately, reflecting growing frustration with Onana’s performances.
Future Pathways
If the Trabzonspor deal collapses, other doors remain open:
Saudi Pro League clubs have shown long-standing interest.
AS Monaco are also exploring options for a potential move.
What This Means for United
Onana’s exit would effectively confirm Bayindir as United’s No. 1 going forward, with Lammens providing backup. It also marks another significant squad reshaping under Amorim, who continues to put his stamp on the team after replacing Erik ten Hag earlier this year.
Key Takeaways
Onana’s exit is now more of a matter of “when” than “if.”
The Turkish transfer window shuts in less than a week.
United’s fans, manager, and board are all aligned on the decision to move him on.
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