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Berbatov Unveils the Key Challenge for Andre Onana at Manchester United
In Tuesday evening’s Champions League clash against Galatasaray, the 27-year-old endured a difficult night, with two crucial errors contributing to Manchester United’s second consecutive defeat.
Former professional footballer, Dimitar Berbatov, has commented on the difficulties Andre Onana endured in his early years at Manchester United as the club struggled with their second consecutive Champions League loss.
Techxpart reports that Onana made mistakes during his most recent game against Galatasaray, including giving Casemiro a red card and misreading Mauro Icardi’s game-winning goal. The Cameroon international has shown glimpses of brilliance coupled with moments of rashness since his £47.2 million summer signing, making Tuesday’s defeat his most difficult performance to date.
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The custodian role is a challenging, peculiar, and sensitive one, Berbatov said while discussing the complexities of the post. In some ways, goalkeepers are a distinct breed. While acknowledging Onana’s potential as United’s starting goalkeeper, Berbatov expresses concern about the goalkeeper’s tendency to overestimate his abilities and make expensive errors.
He sometimes forgets that he’s playing against smart players, the former United star continues. In order to trick Onana into making particular passes, other players will be watching how he plays. Exactly that occurred when Galatasaray was the opponent. He needs to keep his composure, but dial it back a bit and concentrate more on the players you’re playing and how they’re playing.
While acknowledging Onana’s talent with the ball in his hands, Berbatov emphasizes the need for balance because he knows that having too much confidence may occasionally backfire. Nevertheless, he is optimistic about Onana’s potential and the preferred playing style that he brings to the club.
Man United signed Onana for a purpose, says Berbatov. Erik ten Hag enjoys that style of football, so he’ll keep playing the way he has since he’s a terrific custodian.
