André Onana
Manchester United & Cameroon Goalkeeper
Career Journey
FC Barcelona Youth Academy
2010-2015
Started his European journey at Barcelona’s renowned La Masia academy, developing his technical skills and ball-playing abilities that would define his career.
AFC Ajax
2015-2022
Made 214 appearances and established himself as one of Europe’s top goalkeepers. Won three Eredivisie titles, two Dutch Cups, and reached the Europa League final in 2017.
FC Internazionale Milano
2022-2023
Joined Inter Milan on a free transfer and immediately made his mark. Won the Coppa Italia and Supercoppa Italiana, and played a crucial role in Inter’s run to the Champions League final.
Manchester United
2023-Present
Signed for £43.8 million to replace David de Gea. Became United’s first-choice goalkeeper and helped the team win the FA Cup in 2024. Known for his distribution and sweeping abilities.
Playing Style
Ball-Playing Goalkeeper
Exceptional with the ball at his feet, comfortable making short passes and initiating attacks from the back.
Distribution Master
Known for his long-range passing accuracy and ability to quickly transition from defense to attack.
Sweeper Keeper
Operates as an additional defender, comfortable coming off his line to clear danger and support the backline.
High-Risk, High-Reward
Front-foot goalkeeper who takes calculated risks to help his team’s possession-based approach.
Key Attributes
2024-25 Season Statistics
Performance Metrics
Advanced Stats
Honors & Achievements
Club Honors
Individual & Finals
International Career – Cameroon
National Team Statistics
International Highlights
2022 FIFA World Cup
Started all three group stage matches for Cameroon, helping the team secure one victory against Brazil.
AFCON 2024
Served as Cameroon’s first-choice goalkeeper, showcasing his leadership and experience on the continental stage.
Leadership Role
Considered one of the key leaders in the Cameroon national team setup, bringing experience from top European competitions.
Did You Know?
Unique Record Holder
Onana is the only player in football history to reach three European finals with three different clubs – but unfortunately lost all three.
Barcelona Connection
Developed his ball-playing skills at Barcelona’s La Masia academy, which explains his comfort with possession-based football.
Transfer Value
Currently valued at €25 million by Transfermarkt, representing one of the most expensive goalkeeper transfers in Manchester United’s history.
Modern Goalkeeper
Represents the new generation of goalkeepers who are expected to contribute significantly to team’s build-up play and possession.
