Trabzonspor And Manchester United Agree Onana Loan Deal

Trabzonspor and Manchester United have agreed that André Onana will move to the Turkish club on loan. Now, the goalkeeper must decide whether he wants the move.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester United and Trabzonspor have agreed on the terms of a season-long loan for André Onana. The move comes after Onana lost his starting spot at United. Manager Ruben Amorim has preferred Altay Bayindir, especially after Onana’s preseason injury. United also signed Belgian keeper Sanne Lemmens on deadline day. Onana’s last appearance came in a disappointing League Cup exit against Grimsby Town. That strengthened United’s resolve to move in a new direction. The deal with Trabzonspor was made possible because Turkey’s transfer window remains open until September 12. Onana must decide if he wants a new start in the Turkish Super Lig. If the deal goes through, his Manchester United tenure effectively ends, at least for this season.

UNITED’S KEEPER SHAKE-UP AND SEASON SO FAR

This move is another big change in goal for Manchester United, who started the Premier League season with high hopes. They currently sit 7th in the table with eight points from their first five matches. They trail leaders Arsenal by five points. Onana, signed from Inter Milan in 2023, played heavily last season and was part of the FA Cup-winning team. Reports confirm that he played 42 times last season and kept 14 clean sheets. However, he struggled for consistency and made several high-profile mistakes. United’s new signings and shift in tactics show the staff aim to solve defensive issues.

WHAT NEXT FOR TRABZONSPOR AND ONANA?

If Onana agrees to the move, he will join a Trabzonspor side currently third in the Turkish Süper Lig. They are only two points behind leaders Galatasaray after four matches. The club’s recent results have been strong, especially at home. Trabzonspor’s next match is against Gaziantep, who are 8th and just four points below. For Onana, joining a Champions League-chasing Turkish team offers a chance to reboot his career and regain confidence. Trabzonspor are looking to shore up their defense and keep up the pressure in the title race. According to reports, Trabzonspor is currently second in the Turkish Süper Lig with 10 points from four games.