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TRABZONSPOR has informed Andre Onana's camp that they are eager to sign him permanently, even though his current loan agreement does not include an option or obligation to purchase, according to SunSport.
The Manchester United goalkeeper has made a strong impression in his first four matches, achieving two clean sheets so far.
Onana has quickly adapted to life in Turkey, which has surprised some of his teammates.
Onana has requested that his family remain in Manchester while he focuses on regaining his best form.
Head coach Fatih Tekke is impressed not only by Onana's goalkeeping skills but also by his leadership qualities and how well he has adjusted to his new environment.
According to SunSport, Onana's loan agreement contains no option or obligation to buy.
However, Trabzonspor has expressed their desire to discuss the possibility of making the transfer permanent once the loan period concludes.
The Turkish giants are already compensating the Cameroonian goalkeeper at a rate comparable to what he earned at Manchester, so reaching personal terms is not anticipated to be a challenge.
Nonetheless, it remains uncertain whether United would be open to cutting their losses or at least trying to recover the £47 million they invested in 2023 for his services.
Trabzonspor currently sits second in the Turkish Super Lig and aims to mount a serious title challenge this season.
Since relocating to Turkey, his wife, who initially accompanied him, has returned to Manchester to be with their children, maintaining a small support circle around him as he concentrates on his performance.
This focused approach seems to be yielding results.
He recently showcased his exceptional ball-playing skills with an impressive 60-yard assist in the match against Gaziantep.
Onana concluded last season as Manchester United's first-choice goalkeeper, maintaining his position in the final against Tottenham in Bilbao.
However, he sustained an injury upon returning for pre-season, which reportedly displeased some members of the United management.
He missed several matches and was relegated to the bench, with the manager opting for Altay Bayındır.
The Cameroonian was later called into action during a challenging match, where he misjudged a cross that resulted in a goal.
This performance convinced United, who had previously been hesitant to bring in another goalkeeper, to pursue Onana more aggressively.
SunSport understands that United and Onana mutually agreed that he could benefit from a year away from the pressures of the Premier League, at a club where he could play regularly and compete for the league title.
Onana has traveled to join his Cameroonian teammates for international duty.
FAQ
Why did Trabzonspor want to sign Andre Onana permanently?
Trabzonspor has been impressed with Onana's performance, especially his goalkeeping skills and leadership qualities, and they wish to retain him after his loan period.
What are Onana's current living arrangements in Turkey?
Onana has requested that his family remain in Manchester while he focuses on his career and regaining his best form.
What challenges did Onana face at Manchester United?
Onana faced challenges including an injury during pre-season and being benched in favor of another goalkeeper, which affected his performance and opportunities.
