Sad News for Onana As Man United New Owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is replacing Him With Serie A Finest Goalkeeper after a series of mistakes during the match against Lyon
Manchester United are reportedly eyeing Lazio’s goalkeeper Ivan Provedel as a potential new addition to their squad, according to claims by Footballwave. The 29-year-old has emerged as one of the standout shot-stoppers in Serie A and has recently earned recognition on the international stage with regular call-ups to the Italian national team.
What sets Provedel apart is not just his goalkeeping talent but his unexpected flair for scoring. He captured global attention during this season’s Champions League when he scored a dramatic 96th-minute equalizer against Atletico Madrid, helping Lazio secure a crucial 1-1 draw. That moment was only the third time in the tournament’s history that a goalkeeper scored from open play.
His ability to find the back of the net isn’t entirely new. While on loan at Juve Stabia in 2020, he scored a late equalizer against Ascoli, showcasing that his scoring instincts are far from accidental. Interestingly, Provedel actually began his football journey as a striker and tallied 27 goals during the 2008/09 season with Pordenone’s youth team before transitioning to goalkeeping.
Manchester United’s interest in Provedel suggests they might be exploring alternatives to current first-choice goalkeeper André Onana, whose performances have drawn criticism this season. Signed from Inter Milan for €51 million plus add-ons, Onana arrived at Old Trafford with a glowing reputation, particularly for his composure on the ball. However, a string of errors — especially in costly Champions League defeats to Galatasaray and Bayern Munich — have put him under intense scrutiny.
With United struggling in the Premier League, already out of European competitions and the League Cup, questions are being raised about several positions in the squad, including in goal. Though Lazio’s €35 million valuation of Provedel could pose a challenge in the January window, the Red Devils are said to be monitoring the situation closely with a view to a potential summer move.
Bringing in Provedel could signal a turning point in United’s goalkeeping department — possibly moving away from prioritizing distribution towards someone who brings solid reliability and a surprising attacking threat. It remains to be seen whether the club will act swiftly or give backup keeper Altay Bayındır a proper chance before committing to another major signing.
