André Onana breaks his silence with a defiant message following reports of a “secret meeting” with the board
It has already been a dramatic week at Manchester United, but fresh reports suggest André Onana has added even more fuel to the fire. The Cameroonian goalkeeper, currently on loan at Turkish outfit Trabzonspor, is said to have made it clear that he does not consider his chapter at Old Trafford closed. Despite growing belief that the club have moved on, Onana reportedly sees his story in Manchester as unfinished business.
The tension stems largely from the rapid emergence of Senne Lammens, the Belgian shot-stopper recruited from Royal Antwerp, who has quickly cemented himself as United’s first-choice goalkeeper under Michael Carrick. Lammens’ consistency, clean sheets and calm presence have made him a fan favourite, and many assumed that Onana’s future would lie elsewhere, with speculation linking him to both Inter Milan and a permanent stay in Turkey ahead of the summer 2026 window.
However, sources close to the situation claim a private meeting recently took place between Onana’s representatives and the Manchester United hierarchy. While it was widely expected to focus on negotiating a permanent exit, the discussion allegedly took a different turn. Instead of paving the way for departure, Onana is believed to have signalled his determination to return and compete for his place once his loan spell ends in June.
A bold statement attributed to the goalkeeper — insisting he is far from finished and ready to reclaim his spot — has been interpreted by many as a direct challenge to the current pecking order at Old Trafford. His resurgence in Turkey has strengthened that stance. Since arriving at Trabzonspor, Onana’s performances have reportedly been outstanding, with a series of crucial saves helping the club climb the Süper Lig standings. Observers point to flashes of the proactive, ball-playing goalkeeper who once guided Inter Milan to a Champions League final, arguing that his confidence and rhythm have been restored.
Privately, it is believed Onana feels he carried disproportionate blame during the turbulence of the previous managerial era at United. Those close to him suggest he is convinced that under Carrick’s more structured system, his technical strengths — particularly his distribution and comfort in possession — would be assets rather than perceived risks.
His reported stance has sparked debate among supporters and within the squad itself. A strong majority of fans appear fully behind the youth-driven direction symbolised by Lammens’ rise, valuing his reliability and low-error approach. Yet there remains a vocal faction who believe Onana’s overall potential and ability with the ball at his feet offer a higher ceiling than any other option available to the club.
Inside Carrington, though, the mood is said to be pragmatic. Transfer insiders, including Fabrizio Romano, continue to suggest that the club’s plan is largely settled, with United expected to consider offers in order to reinvest in other areas of the squad, possibly targeting either a secondary goalkeeper or a creative midfield reinforcement.
For Onana, this situation now feels deeply personal. It is not merely about securing a transfer or returning to Manchester — it is about reputation and redemption. By projecting confidence and insisting his reign is not over, he is effectively wagering that sustained excellence in Turkey will either force United to reconsider or persuade another European heavyweight to entrust him with the spotlight once more.
