Breaking: Man Utd Legend Gary Neville Claims Amorim Has Lost Patience with Error-Prone Keeper Onana; United Struggles Continue in 14th Place
Man Utd Crisis Deepens: Onana’s Future in Doubt as Amorim Loses Patience
Manchester United’s woes continue to mount, with the Red Devils languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, fighting to avoid a humiliating relegation. The crisis вhinges ontalk around their beleaguered goalkeeper, Andre Onana, whose embattled relationship with head coach Ruben Amorim has reached a boiling point.
**Onana’s Error-Strewn Season: A Timeline of Calamity**
Since replacing Erik ten Hag in November, Amorim has had a Herculean task to stabilize United’s sinking ship. However, one area that has been particularly problematic is the goalkeeper position. Onana, signed from Ajax, has been anything but a steady presence between the posts.
- December: Onana’s error allows Lyon to score in a pivotal Champions League clash, ending in a 2-2 draw.
- February: Nemanja Matic brands Onana “one of the worst goalkeepers in Man Utd’s history” following a high-profile blunder against Wolves.
- March: Onana’s howler vs Liverpool directly leads to a comeback goal, Ross Barkley’s late equalizer earning United a 1-1 draw.
**The Final Straw: Lyon humiliation and the gloves come off**
In Thursday’s Europa League clash against Lyon, Amorim’s decision to start Onana backfired spectacularly. The Cameroonian international’s poor clearance led directly to Lyon’s opening goal, and a second preventable effort saw United slump to a 2-2 draw.
Post-match, Amorim yielded to pressure and dropped Onana for Sunday’s crucial clash against Newcastle. “It was my choice,” Amorim declared. “Either he plays or he stays at home.” However, even with Dean Henderson in goal, United crashed to a 4-1 defeat at St James’ Park.
**Neville Sounds the Alarm: “Uncertainty spreads through the dressing room”**
Legendary Manchester United defender and NBC Sports pundit, Gary Neville, has sounded a stark warning over the goalkeeping saga. “Once you get uncertainty in your goalkeeping position, that anxiety spreads all the way through the dressing room, through the defence and into the stadium,” Neville asserted.
He believes Amorim has reached the “end of his tether” with Onana, who has been “very erratic” and far from the consistent presence needed in goal. Neville raises crucial questions: Who does Amorim want to keep in his squad? And will Onana be one of them?
**The Future’s Bright? Henderson’s Chance to Shine**
With Onana’s future in doubt, it’s Henderson’s chance to stake a claim for the number one jersey. The England international has 13 caps for his country but has been confined to a bit-part role at United since joining from Sheffield United in 2020. A strong finish to the season could see Henderson transform from a fringe player into a crucial asset.
**FAQs**
Q: Can Manchester United still qualify for Europe next season?
A: As things stand, United would miss out on Europa League qualification. They are six points adrift of ninth-placed Aston Villa with just six games remaining.
With United’s season now effectively over in terms of silverware, attention turns to the summer transfer market. Reinforcements are needed, but can Amorim save his job and rebuild a squad currently ninth in the Premier League?
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