Manchester United Aiming to Replace Andre Onana After Disastrous Weekend Performance, According to Reports

Manchester United are considering parting ways with Andre Onana following a challenging period since his arrival at Old Trafford.

On Saturday, the Red Devils endured their second consecutive defeat in the Premier League under Ruben Amorim, as Nottingham Forest emerged with a 3-2 victory away from home.

With Dan Ashworth’s unexpected departure, attention has shifted to the player roster, with numerous individuals under scrutiny as Amorim aims to revamp the team.

Manchester United seeks to enhance their squad with a new target to replace Andre Onana

Onana faced backlash over the weekend after allowing a soft goal from Forest that appeared to go directly at him. Following the match, he also chose to waste nearly a minute on a free-kick, disregarding the position the referee indicated.

This isn’t the first instance where the Manchester United player has come under fire for his performances, with doubts raised about his form since joining the club.

Onana was a selection of former manager Erik ten Hag, who had worked with the midfielder at Ajax. However, with the Dutchman no longer part of the club, Fichajes in Spain have reported that the Red Devils are keen to find a replacement.

The Cameroonian goalkeeper is apparently attracting interest from the Middle East. Reports indicate that Mike Maignan is being considered, with his contract set to expire in 2026, making him potentially available for a lower fee.

Ranked seventh in eScored’s current list of top goalkeepers, Maignan has become France’s starting goalkeeper since the retirement of Hugo Lloris and has received much acclaim for his performances at Milan over the past three seasons.

According to eScored, Maignan would represent a significant upgrade – although the validity of this speculation remains uncertain.

Onana exemplifies the type of goalkeeper who could fit impeccably into Amorim’s tactical approach, especially with his skill on the ball. However, United’s more pressing concern lies in the volume of chances being conceded, which subsequently casts Onana in a better light when addressed.

Maignan is valued at €38 million, according to Transfermarkt. Next Sunday, the Manchester Derby is on the horizon as Premier League action resumes.