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Onana’s Struggles Leave Manchester United in Turmoil

Manchester United’s handling of Andre Onana has once again been brought into the spotlight, and according to a report from TeamTalk, Ruben Amorim has been left unimpressed with the goalkeeper’s conduct and form. The piece suggests Onana’s United future could be decided in the coming days despite the transfer window closing.

Transfer Troubles Continue

United’s recruitment strategy continues to haunt them. Antony, once a €100m signing including add-ons, was offloaded to Real Betis for just €25m. Jadon Sancho’s struggles also persisted as he departed once more, this time to Aston Villa on loan. These departures underline a series of disastrous buys that have hindered the club’s progress.

New Arrival in Goal

While The Athletic noted United had not planned to bring in a new keeper, urgency forced a rethink. Senne Lammens joined from Royal Antwerp on deadline day for €21m plus €4m in add-ons. The Belgian will immediately push Onana for a starting role. “Given how the latter’s United spell has gone, few would bet against Lammens winning that selection battle,” TeamTalk highlighted.

Onana Under Fire

Onana’s spell at Old Trafford has been riddled with errors and controversy. The Athletic revealed that “he’s ruffled Amorim’s feathers too.” Arriving at pre-season training, Onana reported a hamstring issue on day one, only for it to be diagnosed as a full injury by the second day. This absence ruled him out of crucial pre-season preparations.

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“Onana’s immediate injury left staff questioning what shape he was in after the summer to suffer the problem straight away.” That concern is said to have left a “lasting impression” on Amorim. The controversy deepened when the goalkeeper returned to Carrington reportedly expecting a pay rise, despite a 25 percent wage reduction following United’s failure to qualify for the Champions League. As TeamTalk reports, “Onana returned thinking he warranted a new contract and that stance did not go down well with Amorim.”

A Club at a Crossroads

For United, this saga encapsulates a wider malaise. Expensive mistakes, poor squad management and questionable player attitudes leave the club searching for stability. Lammens’ arrival could prove decisive, yet it highlights how far United have strayed from coherent planning.

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United fans will be deeply concerned by this latest revelation. The Onana situation reflects badly not only on the player but also on the club’s leadership. The image of a goalkeeper arriving injured on day one of pre-season and then expecting a pay rise after underwhelming performances feels symbolic of a squad lacking accountability.

Supporters have seen this cycle before with Antony, Sancho and others. Big fees, lofty wages and little end product. It has left the fanbase disillusioned with the recruitment model and questioning whether Amorim can truly turn the tide.

“Onana returned thinking he warranted a new contract and that stance did not go down well with Amorim” is a line that will echo around Old Trafford. It suggests not only a disconnect between player and manager but also a lack of humility that infuriates supporters who demand commitment above all else.

Lammens’ signing could be the catalyst for change. Fans will hope his hunger and professionalism set a new standard in a dressing room that appears fractured. For now, scepticism remains high, as many fear another season of instability, mistakes and dressing room discord unless United address their culture from the top down.