Onana returns in the big match against Arsenal

Andre Onana is likely to return to Manchester United's starting lineup in the match against Arsenal in the first round of the 2025/26 Premier League on August 17.

Onana is about to return. Photo: Reuters .

ESPN said the final decision depends on coach Ruben Amorim, as Onana showed positive signs and was fit enough to return to the starting line-up for MU. Previously, the Cameroon goalkeeper was absent from the entire pre-season match of the "Red Devils" due to a hamstring injury.

During Onana's absence, two reserve goalkeepers, Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton, shared the starting responsibilities for United in friendlies against Leeds United, West Ham, Bournemouth, Everton and Fiorentina. Bayindir started the last two friendlies against Everton in Atlanta and Fiorentina at Old Trafford.

Onana trained with the coaches during the US tour but did not play a single minute. Over the past 10 days, he has increased his training intensity and is now fit enough to compete for a starting spot against Arsenal.

Amorim's staff are expected to assess Onana's fitness and preparation over the next 48 hours before making a decision on whether to select him to play against Arsenal or continue to trust Bayindir.

Meanwhile, Onana is confident that he will continue to stick with MU this season. Despite many rumors related to other goalkeepers such as Gianluigi Donnarumma or Emiliano Martínez in this summer transfer window, Onana still respects the contract with the "Red Devils" and chooses to stay to compete.

How scary is MU's new signing Sesko? Benjamin Sesko, 1.95m tall, scored 21 goals in the 2024/25 season for RB Leipzig. His speed and aerial ability make him an ideal striker for counter-attacking play.

Source: https://znews.vn/onana-tai-xuat-o-dai-chien-arsenal-post1577039.html