In a significant transfer move, Manchester United has officially announced the signing of Cameroonian goalkeeper Andre Onana from Inter Milan for a staggering fee of £47.1 million.
The deal has been completed pending international clearance, and the player has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford, with the option to extend for an additional year.
The negotiations between the two clubs were successfully concluded, with United agreeing to pay Inter Milan £43.7 million upfront and an additional £3.4 million in potential add-ons.
Personal terms with the 27-year-old shot-stopper were also agreed upon, and he has already passed his medical examination at Carrington.
The arrival of Andre Onana bolsters Manchester United’s goalkeeping options, and he is expected to compete for the starting position immediately.
The Cameroonian star, who is joining his new teammates on the pre-season tour in the US, is brimming with enthusiasm and eagerly anticipates the opportunity to don the iconic Red Devils jersey.
Onana expressed his delight at becoming part of the prestigious Manchester United legacy, stating, “To join Manchester United is an incredible honor, and I have worked tirelessly to reach this moment, overcoming numerous challenges along the way.
Walking out at Old Trafford to defend our goal and contribute to the team will be another amazing experience. This is the start of a new journey for me, with new teammates and new ambitions to fight for.”
Manchester United’s football director, John Murtough, expressed confidence in their latest acquisition, hailing Onana’s technical prowess and winning mentality. He believes that the talented goalkeeper, who has already established himself as one of the world’s best, can further develop and thrive at the club in the coming years.
With the anticipation of Onana’s potential debut against Arsenal in New Jersey, the Red Devils’ fanbase is excited to witness the contributions of this skilled goalkeeper to the team’s success under the guidance of manager Erik ten Hag.
