July 7th 2023.
Manchester United are on the brink of signing one of Europe's most sought-after goalkeepers, as reports suggest they have agreed personal terms with Andre Onana of Inter Milan. The Red Devils are keen to replace long-serving goalkeeper David de Gea, who is now a free agent after his contract with United expired at the end of June.
United have already had two offers rejected by Inter, the latest of which was worth £38.5m plus add-ons and bonuses. It is expected that a deal closer to the proposed £47m will be accepted by Inter in the coming days and the two clubs are hoping to have the transfer sorted by the start of next week.
Not only have United been in negotiations with Inter, but Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf have reported that they have simultaneously been speaking to Onana himself. The Cameroonian has reportedly agreed to a salary package and is eager to move to Old Trafford, where he will be reunited with old Ajax boss Erik ten Hag.
Onana is ready to sign a contract with United until 2028, which is likely to be a four-year deal plus the option for a fifth - a format United use with most of their signings.
Inter have already started to look at their options to replace the former Barcelona academy product. Yann Sommer is emerging as the preferred choice and the German champions are willing to let him leave just six months after his move to Bayern Munich in the January window. Inter are also exploring a €10m deal for the young Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper.
Onana's sale will be a massive boost to Inter's Financial Fair Play situation. The 27-year-old is excellent on the ball and contributes massively to build-up play, something De Gea has struggled with, and is viewed as a vital signing by Ten Hag.
It looks like it won't be too long until Manchester United are able to welcome Onana to the club. It is clear that he is keen to make the move and United believe that £47m will be enough to secure his services. The goalkeeper's arrival is sure to be a major boost to United's goalkeeping department.
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