Andre Onana completes loan move to Trabzonspor in Turkey from Manchester United

Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana has completed a season-long loan move to Turkish club Trabzonspor on Thursday. The 29-year-old Cameroon international departs Old Trafford following United's recent signing of goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Antwerp, with his exit coming after a series of performances marked by errors since his arrival from Inter Milan in 2023.Onana's transfer to Trabzonspor was finalised ahead of the Turkish transfer window's closure on Friday. The goalkeeper was welcomed by crowds of supporters upon his arrival in Turkey, with fans gathering to greet their new signing.The move comes after Onana's challenging period at Manchester United, where he joined for an initial fee of €51 million, with potential add-ons of €4 million from Inter Milan. Despite securing an FA Cup winners' medal in his first season, his time at United was complicated by consistent errors.His final period at United was particularly difficult, as he missed pre-season preparation due to a hamstring injury. Upon his return, he made a costly error in United's Carabao Cup match against Grimsby, which resulted in the team's elimination from the competition.The arrival of Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens at Old Trafford for €21 million plus add-ons during the transfer deadline day further indicated Onana's diminishing role at the club.

Manchester United released an official statement regarding the transfer: "André Onana has joined Trabzonspor on loan for the duration of the 2025-26 season, subject to international clearance and registration. The move has been completed ahead of the Turkish transfer window closing on Friday. We would like to wish André good luck."The move represents a significant change for both clubs, with Trabzonspor securing an experienced goalkeeper who has played at the highest level of European football, while United moves forward with their new goalkeeper acquisition.The timing of Onana's departure comes as Manchester United prepare for their upcoming Premier League fixture, with the team set to face Manchester City in an away match on Sunday.