Published 23:15 IST, July 18th 2023

Man United makes massive breakthrough after David De Gea saga; Club to sign Andre Onana

Manchester United have apparently agreed terms with Inter Milan for the signing of Andre Onana. United is in need of GK after David de Gea's departure.

Reported by: Prateek Arya
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Andre Onana while playing for Cameron in FIFA World Cup 2022 (Image: AP) | Image: self
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Manchester United and Inter Milan have reportedly reached an agreement for goalkeeper Andre Onana. Red Devils have agreed on a deal worth up to (€55m) £47.2m for Milan shot-stopper. move comes after departure of David de Gea from United's squad.

3 things you need to kw

  • David de Gea recently departed from Manchester United after 12 years
  • De Gea left as a legend after 12 glorious years
  • De Gea's departure leaves goalkeeper's position unfilled at United

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Andre Onana is on his way to Manchester United

Onana is anticipated to board a flight to England on Tuesday to have a medical and formally sign his contract with Manchester United. It is hoped that goalkeeper would travel with team for club's pre-season trip if everything can be completed in time. On Wednesday, United play Lyon at Murrayfield before departing for US, where y will stay until end of July. Prior to development, Onana had proclaimed that he wants to join Red Devils and reunite with Erik ten Hag. 

Following failure to reach a new contract agreement with David De Gea, who confirmed his departure on a free transfer earlier this month, United are also looking into signing Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Urawa Red Diamonds.

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Manchester United's potential signings in summer transfer window of 2023

Following a season of ups and downs, Erik ten Hag would look to take Red Devils all way to top this season. However, new signings would be essential to make elevation happen. So far, United have raked in Mason Mount from Chelsea, a move that will certainly better offensive line-up of team. Moreover, Harry Kane is still linked and Sofyan Amrabat, a young mid-fielder from Fiorentina is also linked. Additionally, name of Rasmus Höjlund is also making waves as an almost-done recruitment. With all fresh faces that United is working on, what do you think will crowd at Old Trafford yet again sing "Glory Glory United".

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23:14 IST, July 18th 2023