Surprising news dropped earlier today that Ligue 1 side Monaco has expressed interest in a deal for Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana.
It is widely established that the Cameroonian was a huge disappointment last season, as the goalie committed high-profile errors in both the Premier League and Europa League.
And Ruben Amorim is open to his departure, with INEOS offering the 29-year-old to clubs in the Saudi Pro League, but apart from interest from Neom SC, where Onana does not want to go, there have been no concrete proposals.
Which is why the United No.1 seemed confident of staying and starting between the sticks in the new season before Monaco’s interest came to light.
Andre Onana to Monaco not on
But Fabrizio Romano has revealed otherwise, claiming on his YouTube channel that the French side are not in active talks with the Cameroon international.
They do want a new goalkeeper but as things stand, Andre Onana is not the name they are seeking.
The Italian also claimed that should the former Inter Milan ace leave, the Red Devils would prefer a move for Aston Villa’s World Cup-winning goalie Emiliano Martinez.
The Argentine is open to the switch despite the 20-time English league champions not being in any European competition next season.
“I am told that Monaco are not in active talks to sign Andre Onana, despite what other reports have suggested. Monaco are looking to sign a keeper but they have not made any approach for Onana.
Martinez remains a target should Onana leave
“If Onana leaves for Saudi or other destinations, then United will try and sign a keeper and they really like Emiliano Martinez who is open to a move even without Champions League football.
“But it all depends on Onana, who is happy at Manchester United and is open to staying.”
Until Onana’s future is cleared up, a move for the Villa shot-stopper is unlikely, while his price is also a major hindrance.
Other options like Marco Carnesecchi and Diogo Costa are also on the table, and it will be interesting to see if INEOS strengthen in goal this summer.
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Ayantan Chowdhury
Ayantan has worked for 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites but his heart was always set on writing about his favourite club. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25
