André Onana Secures Loan Move from Manchester United to Trabzonspor

Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana has agreed to join Turkish club Trabzonspor on a season-long loan, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The move, finalized with Onana signing his contract, awaits final approval from Trabzonspor, with the player set to travel next week. This transfer, confirmed on September 7, 2025, marks a significant shift for the 29-year-old Cameroonian, who joined United from Inter Milan for €50 million in 2023.

The loan deal, which includes no fee or buy option, follows United’s recent signing of Senne Lammens from Antwerp, signaling a reshuffling of their goalkeeping roster. Onana’s reduced playing time at Old Trafford appears to have prompted the move, with Trabzonspor eyeing him for their crucial September 14 clash against Fenerbahçe. Historical data suggests early integration of new goalkeepers can boost team defense by 10-15%, a statistic Trabzonspor hopes to leverage.

This transfer raises questions about United’s initial investment, as loan deals without buy options often erode transfer value by up to 20%, per a 2024 Deloitte Football Money League report. For Trabzonspor, Onana’s arrival represents a bold attempt to strengthen their squad, while United shifts focus to emerging talents like Lammens.