Andre Onana Visits Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traore, Gifts Him Signed Jersey With Message
- Manchester United first-choice goalkeeper Andre Onana paid a visit to Burkina Faso president Captain Ibrahim Traore in Ouagadougou on Tuesday, June 17
- The Cameroonian shot stopper presented a souvenir to the president amidst his undecided future with the club
- The military dictator expressed gratitude to the Cameroonian for finding it worthy to make the unscheduled visit
Andre Onana is spending his summer holiday with Burkina Faso President Captain Ibrahim Traore.
The junta leader took over leadership of the West African country after seizing poer from Lieutenant Colonel Paul Henri Damiba in September 2022.
The 37-year-old won the heart of the people as admirers sees him following the footstep of African hero like Thomas Sankara
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Onana presents jersey to President Traore
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has hailed the Burkina Faso president Captain Ibrahim Traore for his hospitality during his unscheduled visit.
According to Choicelive, the 29-year-old said the visit gave him an insight into the culture of the Burkinabe.
The Cameroonian international used the opportunity to present his UEFA Europa League jersey to the president.
He said the West African country possesses greatness than would be tapped by the ruler. He said:
"I had the honour of being received by His Excellency Captain Ibrahim Traore, President of Faso and Head of State 🇧🇫.
"My deepest thanks to the President and to the Burkinabè people for their hospitality. This visit allowed me to better discover the human and cultural richness of the country. An unforgettable experience, full of learning. My best wishes for the future of Burkina Faso."
Onana struggled in the 2024/25 season with the Red Devils as he committed a series of blunders that cost the team valuable points.
He set an unwanted record in the UEFA Europa League quarterfinal against Lyon, conceding two silly goals as the Red Devils were held to a 2-2 draw per SkySports.
The Cameroonian was relegated to the bench by manager Ruben Amorim against Newcastle but got recalled during the second leg of the quarterfinal match.
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Martinez to replace Onana
Argentine goalkeeper Emi Martinez has been identified as the replacement for out-of-favour Andre Onana.
According Footballinsider247, the World Cup winner is likely to sign for the Red Devils following Aston Villa failure to qualify for the UEFA Champions League.
Despite linked to the Saudi Pro League and Turkish League, the Argentine is keen on remaining in the Premier League next season.
Legit.ng compiled some commens that trailed Onana's visit to president Traore. Read them below:
hypeman_ogbanje said:
"I love what your doing in bringing Africa to the spotlight my bro and I pray next season it reflects on our beautiful team #GGMU🫡."
cleverlydey4u wrote:
"Bro leave politics and go and train for next season."
hayden.mcphee added:
"Okay this is actually goated of Onana. Mad respect because this guy seems like a great leader 🔥🔥."
Man United desperate to offload Onana
Legit.ng earlier reported that Manchester United are willing to part ways with goalkeeper Andre Onana, who has drawn interest from Saudi Pro League club Neom SC this summer.
Onana, who joined the Red Devils from Inter Milan for ÂŁ43.8 million in July 2023, has struggled to cement his place at Old Trafford.
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