Manchester United stopper Andre Onana is unfazed by the many criticism since arriving England, as he claims it will end with “eternal love”. The Cameroonian goalkeeper in a recent interview with Sky Sport Italia, reflected on his journey from Inter to Manchester United. Despite facing criticism for some errors since start of the Premier League campaign, Onana remains focused to succeed and believes in the potential of his team. He joined Manchester United in a €50 million deal from Inter last summer after an impressive season at the Stadio Meazza, where he was named the best goalkeeper of the 2022/23 Champions League. 
Andre Onana with Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag – Getty image During the interview, he expressed pride in representing Manchester United and the significance of his journey from a humble background to playing for a top club. “Errors are part of the training. People have big expectations from me; this is why I’ve been criticized a lot,” Onana said. He recalled his time at Inter, where he initially faced criticism but eventually earned admiration and success. “It ended with eternal love, but the Red Devils are a bigger club.” Reflecting on his achievements at Inter, including winning the Coppa Italia and the Supercoppa in 2022-23, Onana noted the importance of perseverance and teamwork. He believes that with hard work and dedication, Manchester United can overcome their current challenges and achieve success.
Inter Milan goalkeeper, Andre Onana. Source: Getty Onana has reportedly been identified by Man United head coach Erik ten Hag as his leading goalkeeping target this summer, with the Cameroonian previously playing under the Dutchman at Ajax. Inter Milan CEO who spoke at the Gran Gala in Italy last night, said while Manchester United have expressed an interest in Andre Onana, he is yet to receive an offer. Marotta said; “Manchester United expressed a particular interest, but that needs to blossom into making a proposal over the next few days. Once that happens, both Inter and the player will make a careful evaluation.” United will soon have to make a decision on a bid for Onana but also have the matter of De Gea’s future to resolve. 
Inter Milan CEO, Beppe Marotta. Source: Getty De Gea had agreed to a contract extension which would have seen his wages drop almost half, down to £200,000 a week, but United later withdrew that offer and have attempted to convince the goalkeeper to accept an even-greater pay cut. That latest proposal remains unsigned and De Gea is now set to become a free agent, with his United contract expiring on Friday evening. Even if De Gea can be convinced to stay at Old Trafford, United could still pursue a move for Onana, with manager Erik ten Hag keep to find high-level competition in goal. 27-year-old Onana moved to San Siro from Ajax last July, and he impressed football lovers at Inter during the 2022-23 campaign, helping them to reach the Champions League final, in addition to lifting the Italian Super Cup and Coppa Italia title. Onana featured on 41 occasions for his Italian side during the recent season, keeping 19 clean sheets in the process. 
Inter Milan goalkeeper, Andre Onana. Source: Getty Chelsea will now move on to other targets, leaving Manchester United as favourites to sign Andre Onana who is expected to cost around £50 million. Evening Standard reported that Tottenham-linked Brentford goalie David Raya is one name on the shortlist. Borussia Dortmund’s Gregor Kobel and Valencia’s Giorgi Mamardashvili are also on the list. Andre Onana started his youth career in his homeland before graduating from Barcelona’s famed La Masia setup. But he rose to prominence during his seven-and-a-half-year stint with Ajax. The period also included a controversial doping ban, which left him on the sidelines for nine months. Meanwhile, his spell with Ajax ended last summer, with the 27-year-old leaving as a free agent. The Cameroonian international joined Inter Milan in a Bosman move but took some time to get going. But Onana has not looked back since usurping Samir Handanovic as the first-choice shot-stopper. And he kept 19 clean sheets in 41 games for Inter Milan this past season. But Inter’s perilous financial situation has left them in a spot of bother while alerting suitors like Chelsea and Manchester United. 
Manchester United coach, Erik ten Hag. Source: Getty Chelsea dropping out of the race means Manchester United are in a better position to sign the goalkeeper. Recent reports suggested David de Gea would sign a new contract with Manchester United. But the latest updates have claimed that the Spaniard will depart from Old Trafford as a free agent. So Manchester United will need a top-class replacement. This would signal a reunion between the Cameroon stopper and Erik ten Hag, with the pair previously working together at Ajax. 
