Andre Onana’s loan spell at Trabzonspor is only two games old, but the Manchester United goalkeeper is already earning glowing praise from the Turkish press.

The 29-year-old Cameroonian, who joined the Süper Lig club for the rest of the season after slipping down the pecking order at Old Trafford, has impressed in back-to-back performances. Onana’s United exit followed a tough spell under new manager Ruben Amorim, who preferred Altay Bayındır in the Premier League and even signed Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp to strengthen competition.

Onana’s United career included 102 appearances and an FA Cup triumph after his £43.8 million move from Inter Milan in 2023, but his final game—a Carabao Cup draw with Grimsby Town marred by errors—seemed to signal the end of his time as first choice.

In Turkey, however, he has quickly rebuilt his reputation. He claimed player-of-the-match honours on his debut despite Trabzonspor’s 1–0 defeat to Fenerbahçe, facing former Manchester City keeper Ederson. Days later, he added an assist for Paul Onuachu’s equaliser in a gritty 1–1 draw with Gaziantep, showcasing not only sharp reflexes but also the ball-playing skills that once made him a marquee signing.

Local outlets have been effusive. Fanatik hailed his resilience after Trabzonspor were reduced to ten men, noting that his saves “made one forget his dark days at United.” Taka Gazete praised the confidence he exuded, while Milliyet labeled him the “star of the match,” highlighting his experience and composure.

With his Old Trafford contract running until 2028, Onana’s long-term future remains uncertain. But for now, his early heroics in Trabzon offer a timely reminder of the talent that once commanded a hefty fee and high expectations.