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Andre Onana's situation at Manchester United present could present a summer transfer window headache for the Red Devils.
Manchester United’s season enters a pivotal stage on Thursday as they face Lyon in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final clash.
In the first leg in Paris, United surrendered a one-goal advantage to draw 2-2, with goalkeeper Andre Onana grabbing headlines for a costly error that led to Lyon’s goal.
Over the weekend, United suffered further disappointment, losing 4-1 to Newcastle.
Onana was dropped for that match and replaced by Altay Bayındır, but the switch offered little reprieve as the Red Devils’ hopes of qualifying for European football via the league took another significant hit.
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Although manager Ruben Amorim has publicly backed the Cameroonian as his first-choice goalkeeper, recent events have cast doubt on that stance.
Onana has come under increasing scrutiny from fans and pundits alike, including criticism from former United midfielder Nemanja Matic.
According to BBC Sports, United may now be forced into the summer transfer market for a new goalkeeper, an area previously not prioritized in their recruitment plans.
Onana's continued poor performances and mounting criticism could prompt the club to cut ties, affecting their broader summer strategy.
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Signed in 2023 for £47.2 million under former manager Erik ten Hag, Onana was intended to be a long-term successor to David De Gea. However, his future at the club now appears uncertain.
Should United sign another first-team goalkeeper, it could significantly impact their ability to strengthen other areas of the squad, where Amorim has already identified key weaknesses.
Make-or-Break Moment for Manchester United’s Season
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Thursday’s clash against Lyon presents a golden opportunity for Manchester United to revive a faltering campaign.
Progressing in the Europa League would not only boost morale but also offer a backdoor route into next season’s Champions League, vital for the club’s long-term ambitions and financial health.
With their league position looking bleak, all eyes will be on Amorim, whether he will reinstate Onana for the must-win clash, or stick with Bayındır.
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