In an exciting turn of events, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Manchester United has officially signed goalkeeper Andre Onana from Inter Milan. Romano’s signature ‘Here we go’ mantra leaves no doubt about the accuracy of the deal. The arrival of the talented Cameroon goalkeeper is set to shake up the football world as he prepares to replace David De Gea at Old Trafford.
The transfer comes at a hefty price, with Manchester United shelling out a staggering 55 million euros (£47 million). Out of this amount, 50 million euros will be paid immediately to Inter Milan, while the remaining 5 million euros will be performance-based. Onana will be handsomely compensated with a weekly salary of 150,000 pounds and a contract that extends until the summer of 2028, with an automatic one-year extension clause.
After enduring prolonged negotiations and twice refusing Manchester United’s previous offers, Inter Milan finally had to relent and allow Andre Onana to join the ‘Red Devils’. The Cameroonian goalkeeper had expressed keen interest in reuniting with his former mentor, Erik ten Hag, at Old Trafford.
Andre Onana marks Manchester United’s second major signing of the 2023 summer transfer window, following the acquisition of Mason Mount from Chelsea for £60 million. With this move, Onana finds himself among the elite ranks of football’s most expensive goalkeepers, standing alongside the likes of Kepa Arrizabalaga (Chelsea), Alisson (Liverpool), and Buffon (Juventus).
As the runner-up of the 2022/23 Champions League, Andre Onana is expected to fill the void left by David De Gea, who departed on July 8. All eyes are on the 27-year-old goalkeeper as he prepares to complete his medical examination and make his debut for Manchester United this weekend. The coveted No.1 shirt once worn by De Gea is likely to be passed on to Onana, who will join the team on their summer tour in the United States starting from July 23.
The anticipation among fans and football enthusiasts is palpable, and the prospect of seeing Onana in action at Old Trafford is generating immense excitement. Manchester United’s ambitious move to secure the talented shot-stopper highlights their determination to reinforce their squad and compete at the highest level.
