Despite picking up a groin injury while on international duty, Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is set to be back for their trip to Everton.
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Onana withdrawn from Cameroon squad after injuryMan Utd feared absence of keeper Could return for Everton fixtureGetty ImagesWHAT HAPPENED?
Onana had to be replaced after experiencing discomfort while in the goal for Cameroon during their 3-0 victory over Mauritius on Friday; his substitution was explained as a precaution. After missing Cameroon's tie with Libya, Onana returned to Manchester on Sunday and practised twice with United. Onana is anticipated to be cleared to play at Goodison Park on Sunday, and backup Altay Bayindir is prepared to step in if necessary.
AdvertisementGettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Erik Ten Hag is likely to be thankful that the injury to his number one wasn't anything too serious as the club continues to go through a cluster of injuries. After suffering injuries, Christian Eriksen and striker Rasmus Hojlund were forced to leave the Denmark camp. Meanwhile, midfielder Casemiro will be out until January along with defenders Jonny Evans, Lisandro Martinez, and Tyrell Malacia.
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United signed Bayindir as a backup to Onana at the start of the season from Fenerbahce for a reported £4.3 million, if the goalkeeper does start for the club this weekend, he will become the first Turkish footballer to represent the Red Devils.
WHAT NEXT FOR ONANA?
The Cameroonian will be hoping to attain full fitness by Sunday, November 26 when the Red Devils take on Everton at the Goodison Park.
