Andre Onana follows Tom Heaton example as Manchester United demands made clear
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTom Heaton showcased his similarities to Andre Onana in more ways than one against Borussia Dortmund. The Manchester United goalkeeper department has undergone an overhaul this summer through the departure of club hero David De Gea and the subsequent arrival of Onana.
Meanwhile, Heaton has extended his second spell at the club for another year, starting three pre-season games for Erik ten Hag’s side.
The United boss has been clear about his expectation for goalkeepers to build up from the back during his time at Old Trafford, drafting in his former Ajax number one.
In his first appearance against Real Madrid, Onana took up a notable position on the halfway line during the team’s set piece, showing his eagerness to keep United in the attacking third. Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN’s Man United app packed with premium features? Click here READ: Every word of what Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said in Q&A with journalists Heaton, who started the first half against Dortmund on Monday, followed in Onana’s footsteps, taking up a similar position as United went on the attack.
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