André Onana has faced significant scrutiny following a shaky beginning at Old Trafford, marked by errors against Bayern Munich, Galatasaray, and a notable mistake against Brentford in a narrow 2-1 victory.
The 27-year-old was meant to succeed David de Gea as Manchester United’s long-term goalkeeper when he joined from Inter in a nearly £50 million deal. However, he has not proven to be the reliable figure in goal that fans had anticipated.
Onana’s transfer to United was seen as a beneficial move for cash-strapped Inter, as they had acquired him on a free transfer from Ajax just a year prior. The funds from his sale allowed Inter to reinvest in signings like Yann Sommer and Benjamin Pavard from Bayern Munich.
Considering Onana’s struggles, Inter’s CEO, Marotta, mentioned the possibility of a return to San Siro, acknowledging the successful nature of their previous chapter with the player.
The goalkeeper’s inconsistent performances have been a significant topic in the early stages of the season and have contributed to Manchester United’s overall disappointing form.
Their Premier League campaign has seen them lose four matches already, with a narrow win against Brentford and zero points in their Champions League outings.
Legendary United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel recently shared his conversations with Onana, providing advice on how to bounce back from errors and maintain focus in the high-pressure environment of Manchester United.
Schmeichel emphasized the importance of compartmentalizing mistakes and staying mentally strong to avoid a negative impact on the team’s trust and performance.
Onana’s early struggles at Manchester United have drawn attention and raised concerns, prompting discussions about a potential return to Inter.
The goalkeeper faces the challenge of regaining form and confidence to fulfill the expectations placed upon him as the team’s new primary goalkeeper.
