Shady Negotiations: The Controversial Inter vs Man United Deal
27 January 2026
A strategic shake-up pushes Italy's powerhouse to search for familiar backing.
English outlets say Andre Onana's representatives are negotiating with Inter Milan about a potential return to Serie A.
Onana is currently on loan at Trabzonspor from Manchester United, after losing his starting spot at United to a rival keeper.
The Cameroonian international has shone in Turkey, leaving a strong impression as Trabzonspor have avoided defeats in most league games.
Key Developments
Trabzonspor sits third in the Turkish table, behind Galatasaray and Fenerbahce.
According to the Daily Mail, Inter is exploring Onana's return to Italy, with his agents traveling to Milan to discuss a reunion at San Siro.
Yet the report notes Onana still hopes to return to Old Trafford and reclaim the starting role from the current incumbent.
Nevertheless, Onana is expected to leave United this summer after losing his place due to costly errors.
Manchester United paid 47.2 million pounds to sign Onana from Inter in 2023, and the keeper helped Inter reach the Champions League final, where they were edged by Manchester City.
He also played a pivotal role in Inter's Coppa Italia and Italian Super Cup wins while at San Siro, earning lasting respect from his former club.
Inter may also lose their starting keeper Yann Sommer this summer, and reports indicate renewed talks with Onana.
There is talk that Onana still maintains a residence in Milan, but his salary demands could complicate any deal after his Turkish loan.
Onana has about two and a half years left on his United contract, which could require a settlement to close any transfer.
Punchline 1: If this transfer saga were a shot on goal, it would miss by a mile and still earn a new contract.
Punchline 2: And if the drama keeps growing, even a tactical timeout won’t stop this gossip from going viral.
