Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has firmly stated that he has no intentions of leaving the club, despite the continuous transfer rumors surrounding his future and the interest from manager Ruben Amorim in acquiring a new goalkeeper. Onana, who joined the club in 2023 from Inter Milan for a transfer fee of £47 million, is determined to honor his contract with Manchester United, which runs until 2028, and is focused on proving his worth at Old Trafford.
Speculation regarding Onana's future has grown, especially following his mixed performances, including some high-profile errors in matches such as United's 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town in the FA Cup, where Onana made two costly mistakes. Despite the criticism, Ruben Amorim, the United manager, has publicly defended Onana, stating that he has full confidence in the goalkeeper's abilities. However, Amorim is reportedly exploring the possibility of reinforcing the goalkeeping department, especially given that third-choice goalkeeper Tom Heaton is expected to retire soon, and second-choice goalkeeper Altay Bayindir may seek more playing time elsewhere.
In addition to these concerns, Manchester United is also keeping an eye on the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which could see Onana miss a significant portion of the season due to his national team commitments with Cameroon. This adds further complexity to United's plans for the goalkeeping position moving forward.
Nevertheless, Onana remains committed to his role at Manchester United and is focused on improving his performances. As he continues to work on his form, he will need to be at his best in the upcoming fixtures, including crucial Europa League ties, such as the last-16 match against Real Sociedad, as well as a Premier League clash against Arsenal at Old Trafford. His performance in these matches will be critical in securing his place as United's number one goalkeeper for the long term.