JUST IN: SAD NEWS Confirmed for Andre Onana — Left Out of Squad After Shocking Incident
Andre Onana’s absence from the Manchester United squad for the clash against Newcastle United has left fans stunned — and now, we know why.
The Cameroonian goalkeeper has had an emotionally exhausting week, both on and off the pitch. After coming under fire for a poor performance in United’s 2-2 Europa League draw against Lyon — where his mistakes directly led to goals — Onana then faced an even more personal and traumatic ordeal.
Reports confirmed that Onana and his wife were victims of a violent mugging in Cheshire. His wife was robbed of a luxury handbag and a Rolex watch in a terrifying incident. Police have already made an arrest, but the psychological toll on the player and his family has been significant.
Amorim’s Decision: “He Needs to Breathe”
Speaking ahead of the Newcastle match, manager Rúben Amorim made the compassionate decision to exclude Onana from the squad, giving him time to recover both mentally and emotionally.
“He’s been through a lot in just a few days. He needs to rest, disconnect, and come back stronger,” a club source said.
Fans online are split. While some celebrated his exclusion, claiming it was long overdue, others have shown overwhelming support, rallying around him with trending hashtags like #StayStrongOnana and #WeStandWithOnana.
Bayındır’s Big Moment
In Onana’s absence, Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is set to make his long-awaited Premier League debut. Signed last summer from Fenerbahçe, Bayındır has only featured in cup games so far — but today marks a huge test against a high-pressing Newcastle side.
Looking Ahead
Ruben Amorim has reassured fans that Onana is still a vital part of his long-term plans and is expected to return for the second leg against Lyon — if mentally ready.
