Overview

• Trabzonspor have been impressed by Onana’s early form in Turkey, including two clean sheets in his first four matches and praise for his leadership from coach Fatih Tekke.
• The season-long loan contains no option or obligation to buy, so discussions would occur after the campaign if a deal is pursued.
• Manchester United paid about £47 million for Onana in 2023 and are expected to seek a substantial fee, with the goalkeeper under contract until 2028.
• The Turkish club are covering his wages, and reports indicate personal terms would likely be straightforward if a fee can be agreed.
• Trabzonspor president Ertuğrul Doğan has warned that the keeper’s previous transfer cost makes a straight purchase challenging for the club.