Shock and Fury: Andre Onana’s Wage Cut Nightmare at Man Utd

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is reportedly considering an escape route from Old Trafford after a shocking discovery about his contract left the Cameroonian star feeling betrayed by the club he once dreamed of joining.

In a stunning revelation that adds another layer to Manchester United’s season of chaos, Onana was reportedly blindsided by a significant reduction in his salary after the club failed to qualify for the Champions League last season.

Champions League Failure Triggers Financial Penalty

According to The Athletic, the 29-year-old shot-stopper was left in disbelief when he discovered his wage had been slashed following United’s failure to secure Champions League football. The situation was so concerning that Onana reportedly approached then-sporting director Dan Ashworth to discuss the matter.

This financial blow comes amid what has already been a disastrous season for the goalkeeper, whose on-field struggles have mirrored Manchester United’s broader collapse under Erik ten Hag.

From Dream Move to Nightmare Reality

The wage revelation adds context to Onana’s increasingly precarious position at the club. What started as a dream move from Inter Milan has rapidly deteriorated into a situation where both parties appear ready to part ways.

Last week marked perhaps the lowest point in Onana’s United career when he was dropped from the starting lineup in favor of backup goalkeeper Altay Bayindir before the team’s humiliating 4-1 defeat to Newcastle United.

This benching, combined with the wage issue, appears to have pushed Onana toward the exit door, with his agent making a conspicuous appearance at the club’s training ground this week.

Saudi Pro League Offers Potential Escape Route

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Onana’s recent decision to change agents could be significant in engineering his departure from Manchester.

“For Onana in general, the situation can be one to watch in the summer transfer window because I told you in January that Onana signed with a new agent. The agent is Fali Ramadani, Lian Sports, so he decided to trust Ramadani to take care of his future in January,” Romano explained on his YouTube channel.

While multiple destinations might be possible, the Saudi Pro League appears to be leading the race for the goalkeeper’s signature, with Romano confirming: “There is interest from the Saudi Pro League since he was at Inter, but he preferred a move to Man Utd. He had this dream to play for Manchester Man Utd. Now I can say that the interest from the Saudi Pro League is still there for Onana. So there is still strong interest.”

A Dream That Quickly Turned Sour

Onana’s arrival at Manchester United last summer was meant to signal a new era for the club’s goalkeeping position following David de Gea’s departure. His reputation for exceptional ball-playing abilities made him seem the perfect fit for ten Hag’s vision.

Instead, a series of high-profile errors, culminating in disastrous Champions League performances, have seen his stock plummet dramatically. The wage cut appears to have been the final straw in what has become a relationship that now seems beyond repair.

What’s Next for United’s Goalkeeper Situation?

With Onana potentially heading for the exit, Manchester United faces yet another rebuild in a position they thought was secured for years to come. The situation highlights the club’s ongoing struggles with recruitment and retention of top talent.

Bayindir’s performance in the Newcastle defeat did little to inspire confidence that he represents a long-term solution, potentially forcing United back into the transfer market for yet another goalkeeper.

For Onana, the Saudi Pro League could offer not only financial redemption but also an opportunity to rebuild a reputation that has been severely damaged by his time in Manchester.

As the summer transfer window approaches, this developing situation looks increasingly like another expensive mistake in Manchester United’s troubled recent history—one that both player and club may be eager to put behind them as quickly as possible.