Manchester united coach says no plans to drop Onana
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag remains steadfast in his support for goalkeeper Andre Onana, despite Onana’s critical errors leading to all three goals in the recent 3-3 draw against Galatasaray.
Despite the setback, ten Hag asserts that there is no intention of dropping Onana from the starting lineup.
The match saw Manchester United lose a two-goal lead, further complicating their standing in Group A of the Champions League.
With one game left to play, United finds themselves at the bottom of the group, facing a challenging situation to progress.Onana, acquired from Inter Milan for £47.2million in July, has been a consistent performer domestically.
However, his Champions League outings have been marred by noticeable mistakes. Despite the scrutiny, ten Hag remains optimistic about Onana’s contribution to the team’s success.When questioned about Onana’s undroppable status, ten Hag clarifies that no player is exempt from being dropped, emphasizing the importance of competition within the squad. Nevertheless, he expresses a strong belief that Onana will play a pivotal role in helping Manchester United secure trophies.
The goalkeeper, who joined Manchester United in the summer of 2023 for an initial €51million, with an additional €4m in add-ons from Inter Milan, shares a history with manager Erik ten Hag. The two were previously associated at Ajax, where Onana played 145 games under ten Hag’s guidance.