Andre Onana has been hoping for a turning point in his career, but things only seem to be going from bad to worse.
The Manchester United goalkeeper, already under immense pressure after a rocky stint at Old Trafford, made yet another costly error while playing for Cameroon in their World Cup qualifier against Cape Verde.
The Costly Mistake in Cape Verde
Cameroon were in a strong position heading into Tuesday’s game, sitting second in their group with a chance to edge closer to World Cup qualification.
But disaster struck in the 53rd minute when Cape Verde’s Rocha Livramento drove through the heart of the defense.
Onana, oddly choosing not to close him down, ended up diving out of the way as Livramento calmly slotted the ball home.
That single mistake handed Cape Verde a 1-0 victory—securing their first-ever World Cup spot—while leaving Cameroon’s qualification hopes hanging by a thread.
A Career Full of Missteps
It’s been a rough ride for Onana since he joined United from Inter Milan for £47 million back in 2023.
From high-profile blunders under Erik ten Hag to his disastrous last outing for United against Grimsby Town, the Cameroonian’s confidence has been shattered.
And with performances like this latest one, it’s no surprise that his time at Old Trafford looks to be coming to an end.
The Move to Turkey
Onana is now set for a fresh chapter in Turkey, with Trabzonspor ready to take him on a season-long loan.
Documents have been signed, and the 29-year-old is expected to travel there on Thursday after international duty.
The deal comes with a salary boost for Onana, though United won’t receive a loan fee, and there’s no permanent option included.
United’s Goalkeeping Shuffle
Manchester United’s search for a reliable goalkeeper has already brought Senne Lammens in from Antwerp for £21.7 million.
That move all but sealed Onana’s fate.
Despite initial claims that he might stay, the club made it clear they wouldn’t block him from leaving if he wished to move on.
Trabzonspor, needing a replacement after selling Ugurcan Cakir to Galatasaray, acted quickly to secure Onana before their transfer window closes on Friday.
What Comes Next?
For Onana, the task is clear but daunting: rebuild his confidence in Turkey and prove that he can still perform at the top level.
For Cameroon, the defeat means their road to the World Cup just got tougher, with a play-off spot now looking likely.
And for Manchester United, the saga signals a new era between the posts—one they hope will come with far fewer mistakes.