Manchester United positive about Andre Onana deal after David de Gea exit
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United are optimistic about the prospect of signing Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana to replace David de Gea. Onana, 27, is United's principal goalkeeping target and De Gea confirmed he has left the club for good on Saturday.
United sources insist no contract was ever formally offered to De Gea, 32, despite months of discussions. De Gea's contract expired last week and United initially wanted to hold face-to-face discussions.
The Manchester Evening News reported on Friday United are at a more advanced stage to sign a new goalkeeper than a striker. Sources say a deal for Onana is not imminent and a compromise is required on Inter's asking price for the former Ajax 'keeper but positive discussions have been held.
Figures at United claim the club and De Gea reflected on his situation after the end of last season and decided it was the right time to part ways.
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