Mar 6 • 15:37 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Mirror

Man Utd handed £43m transfer problem as club chief gives Andre Onana verdict

Manchester United faces a dilemma as Trabzonspor refuses to meet the £40m to £43m asking price for goalkeeper Andre Onana, who is currently on loan at the Turkish club.

Manchester United is encountering a transfer challenge regarding goalkeeper Andre Onana, currently on loan at Trabzonspor. The Turkish club has communicated that it will not meet United's asking price of between £40 million and £43 million for Onana this summer. The player, who was signed from Inter Milan in July 2023 for £43.8 million, has seen his valuation decrease due to inconsistent performances and errors in goal during his time at Old Trafford.

Since joining Trabzonspor on loan, Onana has made 21 appearances for the club, but his poor form led United to pursue a new goalkeeper option, resulting in the signing of Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18 million. This signing was necessary after Onana's struggles prompted Manchester United to reassess their options in goal, particularly given the demands of their competitive fixtures.

With Trabzonspor unwilling to invest in Onana at the stipulated price, Manchester United must consider their next steps. This situation not only impacts their transfer strategy but also raises questions about Onana's future with the club, considering how his initial hefty price tag following a move from Italy may not reflect his current marketability and ongoing form issues in Turkey.

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