Manchester United reportedly want to sell Andre Onana and replace him with AC Milan’s Mike Maignan.
The Cameroonian goalkeeper has had a strong season so far, keeping six clean sheets in the Premier League and making the save of the month in September against Crystal Palace.
Despite receiving numerous plaudits, Onana had a disaster of a game last weekend against Nottingham Forest, as he let in a very soft goal and was arguably to blame for another.
Spanish outlet Fichajes believe this poor performance has left his future “up in the air” and “his possible departure in the next summer transfer window” has led United to search for other alternatives.
Reportedly, their search has led them to Maignan, who is considered “one of most outstanding figures in his position at European level” and he has become the “main candidate” to replace Onana between the sticks at Old Trafford.
The French shot stopper’s contract runs out in 2026, so United may be able to land him for an attractive fee.
Maignan has become “one of the most complete and reliable goalkeepers in European football.” His ability to make crucial stops and wonderful on the ball ability has made him an “undisputed pillar” of the Milan team since his arrival in 2021.
According to the Spanish outlet his skillset makes him an “ideal profile” to replace the instability that Onana allegedly offers.
His current club, AC Milan, have a dilemma according to Fichajes as they don’t want to part with the player but if United make an attractive offer, they may be forced to reevaluate their position.
Maignan for his part, is said to be focused on his current club but he could be one of the main stories of next season’s transfer window according to the site.
The French international has played 19 games this season, conceding 23 goals and keeping six clean sheets.
It would seem harsh to sell Onana as he has generally been accepted as one of United’s best performers in a dark season so far but should he leave, most fans would happily take Maignan as his replacement were United able to pull off the move.
