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Alex Young

Andre Onana speaks for first time about ‘irresistible’ Manchester United move ahead of medical

Andre Onana has spoken for the first time about his imminent move to Manchester United, describing the opportunity as "irresistible."

The goalkeeper, who previously played for United manager Erik ten Hag for Ajax, is set to leave Inter Milan in a deal worth an initial £47million.

Onana was spotted at a Turin airport on Tuesday evening before flying to the UK to undergo a medical and finalise his contract.

He was told La Gazetto dello Sport: "The important thing is to be honest and always tell people the truth.

"I am a person who always wants new challenges. Playing in the Premier League and for a club like United is irresistible. All parties wanted this to happen.

"But what matters is that, even if I had stayed, I would have been equally happy because I never had any problems at Inter. Indeed, a magic was born in Milan that is almost difficult to explain.”

Onana has been tasked with replacing David de Gea, who last week left United following the expiry of his contract.

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