Man United target Ghanaian-born goalkeeper as Andre Onana’s replacement – Report




Manchester United are looking at Ghanaian-born goalkeeper Zion Suzuki as a possible replacement for Andre Onana, as reported by Spanish news outlet AS.Onana’s time as United’s first-choice goalkeeper could soon come to an end, with the Red Devils now said to be searching Serie A again for a new shot-stopper. Their attention has turned to Suzuki, a 22-year-old rising star currently playing for Parma.Although Suzuki is not yet a household name in the Premier League, he has been impressing many in Italy. He joined Parma last summer from Belgian side VV Sint-Truiden for €7.5 million, and he has quickly established himself as a key player for the newly-promoted club.Born in the United States to a Ghanaian father and Japanese mother, Suzuki has chosen to represent Japan internationally. Now, he could be set for one of the biggest moves of his career, with Manchester United reportedly very interested in securing his services.Recommended For YouNews2025-04-22T14:56:06+00:00Pres. Mahama suspends Chief Justice Torkornoo, forms committee to probe petitionsNews2025-04-23T10:28:39+00:00Tamale Hospital saga: How a death, chaos and minister’s outburst led to CEO’s sackNews2025-04-22T15:47:50+00:00Meet Domelevo and the 4 committee members who’ll decide the fate of CJ TorkornooREAD ALSO: ‘I’d have dropped dead’ – Deadly snake terrifies golfers, fans at golf course (Video)According to AS, United are “pushing harder” to sign the talented goalkeeper, who has a €40 million release clause that will become active at the end of the current season.Compared to the €55 million United spent on Onana in 2023, Suzuki would offer a more affordable option with plenty of potential for growth.Onana’s Red Devils strugglesOnana’s time at Old Trafford has been mixed. Signed from Inter Milan with high hopes, he has struggled for consistency, with several mistakes and a lack of clean sheets causing frustration among fans and club officials.With United’s defence continuing to look shaky, the pressure is mounting on the club to rethink their goalkeeping plans. Bringing in Suzuki could be part of a fresh start as they aim to rebuild their backline.MUST READ: Drinking, chasing teammates’ girlfriends – How Kotoko players allegedly ruined GPL chaseIf the move happens, Zion Suzuki would become one of the few players with Ghanaian roots to join Manchester United’s ranks.