Andre Onana vs Alisson and Ederson - how Man United transfer target compares to league's best

Erik ten Hag will be well aware of the transformative effect Andre Onana could have at Manchester United.

The club ended David de Gea's 12-year stay at Old Trafford after doubts crept in about his suitability to Ten Hag's style of play. Whilst the Spaniard was a loyal servant at United, the time had come to part ways.

At times De Gea looked uncomfortable and clunky trying to build from the back as Ten Hag desires. His shot-stopping ability has declined in recent years and it was mutually beneficial to part ways.

United are now chasing Andre Onana to replace him as their No.1. MEN Sport understands a deal to sign the Inter Milan goalkeeper is edging closer, though a final fee has not yet been agreed.

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It looks increasingly likely that Ten Hag will be reunited with his first-choice target. Onana and the Dutchman worked together at Ajax before departing the Netherlands' capital for new ventures.

Onana seems an obvious fit for Ten Hag and can have a transformative impact at United, much in the way Ederson and Alisson have at United's biggest rivals. The two Brazilians were game-changers for Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp. Ten Hag will hope Onana can do the same.

Defensively, United were solid last year but it's in build-up where the greater issues lay with De Gea. He also failed to deliver in big moments, such as the FA Cup final where Ilkay Gundogan's winner trickled past him.

To the naked eye, Onana suits Ten Hag perfectly. The 27-year-old is confident outside of his area, calm on the ball and a