Manchester United’s Onana Transfer Complicated by Trabzonspor’s Valuation
Manchester United are facing a potential £43 million transfer problem regarding Andre Onana, currently on loan at Trabzonspor. The Turkish club has indicated they will not meet United’s asking price for the goalkeeper this summer, despite Onana making 21 appearances for them this season.
Onana’s Loan and United’s Valuation
Andre Onana joined Trabzonspor on a season-long loan in September after losing his place as Manchester United’s first-choice goalkeeper. He initially moved to Old Trafford from Inter Milan in July 2023 for £43.8 million, with potential add-ons of £3.4 million dependent on performance. Manchester Evening News
The arrival of Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18 million further pushed Onana towards a loan move. Now, Manchester United are seeking between €45-50 million (£39-£43.4m) for the permanent transfer of Onana, a figure Trabzonspor deems unrealistic.
Trabzonspor’s Position
Zeyyat Kafkas, Trabzonspor’s vice-president, stated that the club has informed its community that the asking price from Manchester United does not align with their financial realities. One Football
“As the figure from Manchester United for the purchase of Andre Onana is in the range of €45-50m, our president has sincerely informed the community in line with Trabzonspor’s realities,” Kafkas revealed. Mirror
Onana’s Preferences and Future Prospects
Despite the valuation disagreement, Onana is reportedly keen to continue his career in a major European league if a return to England doesn’t materialize. His family shares this preference. Manchester Evening News
Kafkas added, “His thinking is that if it’s not England, he wants to continue at a club in Europe. His family thinks the same way.” However, he also noted that “if the conditions change, the situation changes.”
Recent Performance and United’s Initial Decision
Onana’s move to Trabzonspor followed a period of inconsistent performances and errors at Manchester United, leading the club to seek alternative goalkeeping options. Yahoo Sports He has not yet “redeemed himself” in Turkey, according to reports, and his form has reportedly led to a private meeting with the club’s head coach, Fatih Tekke.
Manchester United’s current valuation reflects their initial investment in Onana, having purchased him from Inter Milan for €50 million in 2023. Yahoo Sports