Andre Onana finally reveals what Ruben Amorim told him that really got him upset before leaving the club
“I didn’t leave because my performances dropped. I left because of something Ruben Amorim said to me during a training session. It was the most disrespectful moment of my entire career.”
That single statement has rippled across the football community.
Andre Onana has finally spoken out, and his version of events has taken many by surprise. For months, speculation surrounded his departure, with theories ranging from inconsistent form to tactical clashes and unrest behind the scenes. But the goalkeeper insists none of those explanations tell the real story.
According to Onana, he has never been one to shy away from criticism or pressure. He stressed that scrutiny comes with the territory of playing at the highest level and is something he has dealt with throughout his career.
“I’ve played in hostile stadiums. I’ve made mistakes. I’ve been whistled by fans. That’s part of the game,” he explained. “But what was said to me that day went beyond football.”
Those close to the situation claim the incident occurred during an intense training session, with several players present. Emotions were already running high when Amorim allegedly made a comment that Onana felt crossed a personal boundary. It was not about tactics, positioning, or performance — it was something he interpreted as a direct attack on his dignity.
“At that point, it stopped being about football,” Onana said. “It became about respect. And once respect is lost, there’s nothing left to build on.”
Witnesses say the atmosphere shifted immediately after the remark. Conversations stopped. Some players appeared stunned, while others looked away, clearly uncomfortable. Onana reportedly completed the session without saying a word, left the training ground early, and from that moment, his relationship with the club never recovered.
“I knew then that my time there was finished,” he admitted.
The revelation has reshaped how many view his exit. This was not a player trying to escape competition or avoid being dropped. It was someone who felt publicly humiliated in front of teammates and believed a line had been crossed.
“I respect coaches and I accept their decisions,” Onana added. “But nobody has the right to speak to me that way, especially not in front of others.”
Attention has now turned sharply toward Ruben Amorim. What exactly was said during that session remains unknown. The manager has chosen not to address the claims, and the club has also stayed silent. Despite that, the reaction online has been intense, with fans split in their opinions. Some have condemned the alleged comment as poor man-management, while others argue that elite football can be brutally honest.
What is certain is that Onana’s departure was anything but quiet. He left wounded and frustrated, and now he has decided to tell his side of the story. This is no longer just about a transfer — it is a reminder of how authority, respect, and a single moment can unravel everything.
