BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United’s Goalkeeping Crisis—Is Onana the Problem.

Like it or not, this is reality—Manchester United DOESN’T have a reliable goalkeeper!

Frustration among fans continues to grow as André Onana’s performances raise serious concerns. Game after game, the same issues persist—no presence, no confidence, no saves! Brought in to transform United’s defense, the Cameroonian shot-stopper has left supporters wondering: Where is the dependable goalkeeper the team so desperately needs?

Berbatov Speaks Out: “United Need a Real Shot-Stopper”

Former United striker Dimitar Berbatov has now weighed in, and he isn’t holding back. In a recent interview, the Bulgarian legend echoed what many fans have been saying all season—Onana is not the answer. He expressed disappointment over the lack of a commanding presence in goal.

“A club like Manchester United needs a goalkeeper they can trust, someone who steps up when the defense crumbles. We used to have De Gea for that. Now? It’s just mistake after mistake, and it’s costing them points.”

Berbatov’s comments have only intensified calls for change, with supporters flooding social media with demands for a new goalkeeper. Some have even suggested a dramatic return for David de Gea, who has impressed at Fiorentina.

The Numbers Don’t Lie—Onana’s Struggles Are Evident

Onana arrived at Old Trafford from Inter Milan for £47.2 million, expected to dominate the box, play out from the back, and make crucial saves. However, the statistics tell a worrying story:

– Most goals conceded among the Premier League’s top six teams

– Only six clean sheets in 28 league games

– A save percentage below 65%—one of the lowest in the league

– Multiple high-profile mistakes leading directly to goals

His inability to command the penalty area, poor decision-making, and weak shot-stopping have made him more of a liability than an asset.

Defenders or Goalkeeper—Who’s Really to Blame?

Some argue that United’s defensive issues are just as responsible for their poor season, citing injuries, inconsistency, and lack of discipline at the back. However, a top goalkeeper steps up in tough moments. David de Gea did it for years, making world-class saves that kept United in matches.

Onana? When the team has needed him most, he has been caught out of position, slow to react, or simply unable to stop shots that should be routine saves.

What’s Next for United? A Summer of Change Looms

If Manchester United wants to return to the top, they must address their goalkeeping situation. Reports suggest the club is already scouting replacements, with names like:

– Jan Oblak (Atlético Madrid)

– Diogo Costa (Porto)

– Mike Maignan (AC Milan)

emerging as potential targets. Some fans are even pushing for an unexpected return for David de Gea.

Final Verdict—Onana’s Time Up?

The evidence is mounting—if United wants to progress, Onana may need to be one of the first players out the door this summer. The club cannot afford another season plagued by goalkeeping errors.

Berbatov’s remarks have reignited the debate, and all eyes are now on Manchester United’s next move. Will they persist with Onana, or will they acknowledge their mistake and bring in a real shot-stopper?

United fans are fed up. They need a goalkeeper who can save their season—literally.