A Second Loan, A Fresh Financial Twist
André Onana has completed a second consecutive loan move to Trabzonspor, and the deal carries an unexpected consequence. According to Fabrizio Romano, the arrangement now places Onana among the world’s ten best paid goalkeepers, once salary contributions and bonuses are factored in.
Trabzonspor will cover the majority of his wages at Manchester United, alongside a loan fee reported between €1.3 million and €1.5 million. The agreement includes no option or obligation to buy, meaning Onana remains United property and is expected back at Old Trafford in 2027.
Ironically, his salary climb stems from a Champions League bonus clause triggered by United’s qualification, an achievement Onana played no direct role in securing. That clause proved one of the main obstacles preventing United from finding a permanent buyer this summer.
Few could have predicted a struggling spell in Manchester would eventually elevate him into such rarefied financial company. Despite his difficulties in the Premier League, Onana thrived during his first Trabzonspor loan. He made close to forty appearances, kept six clean sheets, and helped the club lift the Turkish Cup while finishing third in the Süper Lig.
Why United Sanctioned Another Exit
United’s decision to loan Onana out again stems largely from Senne Lammens establishing himself as the clear first-choice goalkeeper. With Lammens firmly in possession of the gloves, Onana’s substantial salary made him an unsuitable, and expensive, option to keep as a backup.
He reportedly hoped for a fresh chance under Michael Carrick, but neither the manager nor the club’s hierarchy showed genuine interest in that scenario. Instead, sending him back to Turkey allowed United to reduce their immediate wage burden while preserving flexibility around his long-term future.
Interestingly, United initially resisted sanctioning a second loan, given their preference for a permanent sale. However, finding suitable buyers proved difficult once his rising wage demands became public knowledge. Trabzonspor’s willingness to shoulder most of his salary ultimately made the loan the most sensible outcome for everyone involved.
For Onana personally, the move offers continuity and regular football, even if his long-term Old Trafford future remains unresolved. Fans following every twist of the summer window can catch more transfer breakdowns at kcpredict, while further financial detail on the deal is available via Capology.