André Onana Agrees Loan Move To Trabzonspor

André Onana is set to leave Manchester United. He will join Trabzonspor in Turkey on loan until the end of the season. The move does not include an option to buy or a loan fee. Onana is expected to travel to Turkey next week. Contracts are signed, and Trabzonspor’s final approval is pending, confirming that Trabzonspor and Manchester United have agreed to a loan deal to send André Onana to Turkey.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Onana lost his starting goalkeeper spot at Manchester United. Injuries and new signings pushed him out. United agreed with Trabzonspor for a season-long loan. The Turkish transfer window closes on September 12, so the deal needed to be fast. Onana wants regular playing time. He hopes to rebuild his reputation before deciding his future next summer. Reports indicate that Onana’s position at Manchester United is precarious after being left out of the team.

MANCHESTER UNITED AND TRABZONSPOR: SEASON SO FAR

Manchester United signed Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp. Altay Bayındır started all three Premier League games. Onana and veteran Tom Heaton are backups. Onana made one appearance, losing to Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup. Onana’s last appearance came in a disappointing League Cup exit against Grimsby Town. United sit seventh in the Premier League, struggling for form after starting the season with mixed results. They currently sit in the top half of the table following four points from their first three matches. Trabzonspor finished seventh last season, missing European qualification. This season, they hope Onana can boost their defense and help climb the table, as they are currently second in the Turkish Süper Lig with 10 points from four games.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Trabzonspor is working to complete paperwork before the transfer window closes. They want Onana available for their next match after September 12. Trabzonspor is two points behind leaders Galatasaray after four matches. United play Manchester City in their next Premier League match. Onana will return to United after the loan unless another offer comes. He may play for Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations later this year. Both clubs will watch Onana’s performances, as they could affect future transfers.