Ten Hag praises Onana, names Alisson Becker as best goalkeeper in EPL

Manchester United manager, Erik Ten Hag, has voiced his support for goalkeeper Andre Onana, asserting that, in his opinion, only Liverpool’s Alisson Becker surpasses Onana’s goalkeeping abilities in the Premier League.

Ten Hag’s defense of Onana comes in the wake of a performance marred by errors against Galatasaray in the Champions League, where the goalkeeper was implicated in all three goals conceded by United.

Despite the scrutiny over Onana’s recent display, Ten Hag is confident in the goalkeeper’s abilities, indicating that he is likely to retain his position against Newcastle at St James’ Park.

The manager emphasized the importance of trust for players and acknowledged Onana’s standing as one of the best goalkeepers in the league for preventing expected goals, particularly after Alisson Becker.

Ten Hag expressed confidence in Onana’s potential, highlighting the need for consistent performances. He affirmed the team’s commitment to supporting and working with Onana to enhance his skills, with the backing of the manager, coaches, and fellow players. The comments from Ten Hag portray a positive outlook on Onana’s capabilities, emphasizing the goalkeeper’s potential and the collective effort to help him perform consistently.