Ruben Amorim feels that Andre Onana’s departure from Manchester United will help rebuild the team
Andre Onana’s story at Manchester United has finally taken a new turn. His two years at Old Trafford did not go as well as expected. The 29-year-old’s performance was constantly fluctuating, and mistakes on many occasions further weakened his image. That is why, on Deadline Day, United signed Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for £18.2m, and after this, Onana parted ways. Trabzonspor signed him on a season-long loan, covering his full salary and adding bonuses to increase his earnings. The Cameroon shot-stopper played only once this season, against Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup, where critics heavily questioned his performance.
Amorim’s stance and the real reason:
According to a recent report on The Daily Mail, Ruben Amorim wanted this transfer to usher in a new beginning for the team. The manager had to decide due to the Cameroon shot-stopper’s negativity and the repeated disregard for Amorim. The management also believed that they had to get rid of such a player who was not ready to accept his new role. Amorim and the board wanted to regain the positive atmosphere in the dressing room. That’s why United approved his loan to Trabzonspor and chose to focus on the challenges of next season.
Fitting Onana in was never going to be easy. The former Inter Milan star was brought in as a goalkeeper who was comfortable with the ball at his feet and could build attacks from the backline, but United’s lack of stability in defence and midfield, as well as inconsistent pressing, left him in chaos. He can shine in an organised system, but at United, he appeared lost instead of turning pressure into opportunity. The 29-year-old’s good matches at the start of 2024 raised hopes, but repeated big mistakes broke trust. The costly mistakes that led to goals defined his tenure and caused the greatest damage.
Ruben Amorim feels that Andre Onana's departure from Manchester United will help rebuild the team. m
Onana committed high-profile mistakes
Despite periods of strong performances, especially in early 2024, Onana was plagued by high-profile mistakes. Fans also argued that his pre-season injury and demand for a new contract further damaged his relationship with Amorim. The Portuguese manager made it clear that the team’s goals came before personal interests, which clashed with Onana’s ambitions.
Responsibility on Lammens and Bayindir
Now the responsibility has fallen on Altay Bayindir and the newly signed Senne Lammens. Bayindir has started in Premier League matches, but his performance has been questioned. At the same time, United signed Lammens for €21m on Deadline Day, making it clear they see him as a cornerstone for the future.
Notably, Senne Lammens was set to make his Manchester United debut against Manchester City, and he himself has said that he wants to be the rock at the back for Manchester United. His words give fans hope, as United need a goalkeeper who can bring stability and handle pressure.
Onana’s departure is a relief for the club, but the real question now is whether the 23-year-old Belgian shot-stopper can provide the confidence and stability that United desperately need. Fans are hoping that this new chapter will reinvigorate the team and see a steady hand behind the goalposts.