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EPL: Onana dropped from Man United squad to face Newcastle

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Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana will not feature in Sunday’s Premier League fixture against Newcastle United at St James’ Park.

The Cameroon international has come under increasing scrutiny following a poor performance in Thursday’s 2-2 draw against Lyon in the Europa League.

Onana was deemed responsible for both of the French side’s goals, adding to a season already marked by high-profile mistakes.

His omission from the squad was confirmed by sources who stated it was to allow Onana to “rest and disconnect.”

The decision is not considered permanent, and the 29-year-old is expected to return for the second leg of the quarter-final tie against Lyon at Old Trafford on Thursday.

The error-strewn display came just a day after former United midfielder Nemanja Matic branded Onana “one of the worst goalkeepers” in the club’s history.

Despite the criticism, manager Ruben Amorim has offered his support.

Amorim publicly defended the under-fire keeper following the Lyon match, stating that he had personally made more mistakes this season than Onana.

Onana, who arrived from Inter Milan in 2023 for £47 million, has struggled to justify his hefty price tag. Although he has started all 69 Premier League games since joining, his form has remained inconsistent.

Since the beginning of last season, he has made eight errors leading directly to goals—the highest of any goalkeeper currently at a Premier League club.

Onana replaced long-serving goalkeeper David de Gea, a move made by former manager Erik ten Hag, who favored Onana’s ability with the ball at his feet.

However, the Cameroonian has failed to live up to expectations, with Thursday’s first goal against Lyon—when he misjudged a straightforward save—highlighting his ongoing struggles.

Turkey’s Altay Bayindir is expected to make his Premier League debut on Sunday in Onana’s place.

It would mark just his sixth appearance of the season, having previously featured only in domestic cup competitions. He last played in January.

Off the pitch, Onana has also faced personal challenges. Last month, his wife, Melanie Kamayou, was robbed while leaving a restaurant in Cheshire.

Meanwhile, Newcastle will also be without their manager Eddie Howe for Sunday’s clash. The club confirmed that Howe had been admitted to hospital after feeling unwell for several days.

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Super Eagles and Ac Milan Striker Samuel Chukwueze Empowers His Community Youths In Bende, Abia State with Keke (Tricycle) to Celebrate His Father.

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Super Eagles and Ac Milan Striker Samuel Chukwueze Empowers His Community Youths In Bende, Abia State with Keke (Tricycle) to Celebrate His Father.

He also built a mansion for his father in his hometown. He has done well to his community and his immediate family

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Osimhen: Galatasaray will take Jackson from Chelsea on one condition – Ali Çelikler

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Galatasaray are ready to take Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson if the Blues sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen on a permanent transfer.

This was disclosed by Turkish football expert Serdar Ali Çelikler.

Speaking on the Neo Spor YouTube channel via habersarikirmizi, Ali Çelikler insisted that the Nigeria international is waiting for a move to the English Premier League, EPL, this summer.

“They [Galatasaray ] are also waiting for Osimhen. I think they will wait until August,” Ali Çelikler said.

“Osimhen is not in a hurry and is waiting for a move from England.”

He added, “If Chelsea takes Osimhen, Galatasaray will enter for Nicolas Jackson.

“What I have heard is that if Chelsea gets Osimhen, Galatasaray will also get Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.”

Osimhen had a spectacular season-long loan at Galatasaray, winning the Turkish Super Lig title and the Turkish Cup after scoring 37 goals in all competitions for the club.

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He was born for it – Mbappe names his dream captain

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Real Madrid superstar, Kylian Mbappe has identified the club’s former defender Sergio Ramos as his dream captain.

The France forward said Ramos was born to be a captain right from the beginning.

Speaking to Canal Plus, Mbappe said: “My dream captain? Sergio Ramos.

“He [Ramos] has the soul of a captain, he was born to be a captain.

“In the dressing room, the pitch, the aura he has. Even if you don’t give him the armband, the armband will cling onto him,” he said.

Ramos and Mbappe played together as teammates during their time at Paris Saint-Germain in the past.

The pair played a total of 51 games for PSG together for two seasons.

Ramos left PSG for Spanish LaLiga side Sevilla two years ago.

Mbappe, on the other hand, left the reigning UEFA Champions League winner, to join Real Madrid in 2024 on a free transfer after deciding not to extend his deal with the French Ligue 1 champions.

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