Manchester United‘s goalkeeping team is facing an important summer, with rising competition at Old Trafford.
The choices made in the coming months could impact the team’s defense for years, following a season of change and new stability.
The addition of a new first-choice goalkeeper has shifted the hierarchy, but not all players are ready to accept their roles easily.
One player is preparing for a decisive moment that could affect his future with the team.
The situation remains unclear.
This player is Andre Onana.
Onana aims to reclaim his position as Manchester United’s No. 1 when his loan at Trabzonspor concludes in May, according to The Guardian.
The 29-year-old joined the Turkish club in September after a challenging time at Manchester, which prompted the club to acquire Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18 million.
Onana is set to return for pre-season training, confident he will have the opportunity to compete for the top spot.
He was signed from Inter in July 2023 for £44.1 million on a five-year contract, initially viewed as the long-term solution for the goalkeeping role under Erik ten Hag.
However, several significant mistakes affected his standing, leading Ruben Amorim to bench him for April’s match against Newcastle United following a costly performance in a 2-2 draw with Olympique Lyonnais.
As Lammens has stepped up, the competition has only intensified.
The Belgian goalkeeper has impressed in his first Premier League season with his composure and reliability.
At 23 years old, he has achieved five clean sheets in 21 league matches and played a vital role in Monday’s 1-0 victory against Everton, making crucial saves and effectively managing his area under pressure.
For Onana, the path is straightforward.
To regain the starting position, he will need more than just a strong reputation and determination.