Manchester United fans will be excited to hear that goalkeeper Andre Onana is set to join the club and reunite with former Ajax manager Erik ten Hag. However, perhaps more crucial is the potential partnership he will form with fellow former Ajax teammate, Lisandro Martinez.
Martinez, an Argentinian defender, will likely play a key role in front of United’s new goalkeeper, as they look to strengthen their defensive line. The pair have already trained and played together extensively at Ajax, having featured in 63 games together.
During their time on the pitch, Onana and Martinez managed to rack up an impressive 44 victories, remaining unbeaten for their first 16 games together with Ajax. Although they suffered 14 defeats, they only drew five games and will look to bring their winning mentality to United.
As United aim to improve their defensive record, the addition of Onana and his existing connection with Martinez could prove to be a smart move for the club. The duo will undoubtedly aim to replicate the impressive performances they had in Amsterdam, helping to stabilize and tighten United’s backline.
With Martinez’s ability to read the game and provide additional defensive cover, Onana could feel more comfortable and confident in goal. Their rapport and experience together will be invaluable as they hope to hit the ground running at Old Trafford.
United fans will hope that Onana and Martinez can provide the solid foundation that their team has been lacking in recent years, helping to bring success back to the club. If they can replicate their impressive performances from Ajax, United could be in for some exciting times ahead.
by: Davismbugi