Manchester United has confirmed that goalkeeper Andre Onana will be leaving Old Trafford to join Turkish side Trabzonspor on a loan deal for the 2025/26 season. This announcement comes ahead of the team’s highly anticipated Premier League derby against Manchester City, scheduled for Sunday.

Onana, a 29-year-old Cameroonian international, has made a total of 102 appearances for Manchester United since joining the club from Inter Milan in July 2023. During his time at Old Trafford, he was part of the squad that won the Emirates FA Cup, defeating Manchester City 2-1 at Wembley Stadium.

The loan move to Trabzonspor will provide Onana with an opportunity to gain more playing experience and potentially increase his chances of being selected for future competitions. Manchester United has expressed their appreciation for Onana’s contributions to the team and has wished him success during his time with the Turkish club.

Onana’s departure from Manchester United may have implications for the team’s goalkeeping position, but the club has not made any official statements regarding potential replacements or changes to their squad. As the Premier League season progresses, Manchester United will be looking to maintain their competitive edge, and the loan deal may be seen as a strategic move to optimize their player roster.

With the transfer window still open, it remains to be seen whether Manchester United will make any further changes to their squad. The team’s focus, however, will be on their upcoming derby match against Manchester City, which is expected to be a closely contested and intense encounter. As the season unfolds, Onana’s performance with Trabzonspor will be closely watched, and his experience in the Turkish league may ultimately benefit Manchester United upon his return.