Doubts began to circulate when Cameroon started tier important World Cup group campaign against Serbia without Andre Onana, their first-choice goalkeeper, as Devis Epassy deputized in a 3-3 draw.
Surprisingly, there were no reports of fitness problems or injuries, but there was news going on that Andre had been kicked out of the team which was clarified after the match by Rigobert Song, the coach told Marca that the goalkeeper asked to leave.
He said the player has to adapt to the discipline of the team, if a player cannot follow the ethics of the team then he can step aside and take full responsibility, team is more important than individual players.
What went down between Andre Onana and Rigobert Song?
After a disagreement with the Cameroon manager on tactics at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Onana took an early flight home. Onana allegedly begged to be left out of the remaining two group matches against Serbia and Brazil, according to Rigobert Song. As a result, the custodian departed camp and declared his 26-year-old retirement from international football.
Andre explained his side of the story in an official statement in which he expressed his affection for his country and the national team, he said that he was not allowed to be on the ground to help the team like always, and he explained that he always behaves in a certain manner which adds to the success of the team.
He said that he has put all his energy and efforts into searching for solutions as a footballer, but there has been no help on the other side. Some of the points are hard to explain, but he has always respected the decisions and supported the people in charge who are behind the success of the team and country.
He is in full support of his team as he knows their capabilities and is expecting to far in the competition. The values that he promotes as a player and as a person are his identity and his family’s legacy. Representing the national team has always been a privilege, for him the nation will always be first and forever.
Song was also asked to explain the whole situation in a press conference, to which he replied that he has to put his team ahead instead of individual players.
Later, after a few months, Onana decided to go back after looking forward and leaving behind the past.
Song gave this explanation for his selection of the United goalkeeper’s return to the team, it all depended on him. He was aware of his obligations and should be on the list because he made the proper decision. The door was always open, and he’s one of the finest goalies around. Andre never caused any trouble, and they are happy to have him back in the group.
Net Worth
According to reports, André Onana has a five-year deal with Manchester United that pays him €7 million a year which is around $7,606,860.
These figures suggest that Onana’s transfer to Manchester United might present him with a sizable financial opportunity, raising his potential earnings and net worth.
Family & Wife
Onana is descended from a well-connected family. François, his father, has supported him in his career even though he first highlighted the importance of academics.
Andre likes spending time with his family, and friends, Wariner and Emmanuel, who are his two brothers. Interestingly, Onana’s relative Fabrice Ondoa works as a custodian as well.
He discussed the challenges faced by black goalkeepers in May 2019, highlighting the misconceptions that they usually run against and the need to work more to debunk them.
Andre Onana is married to Melanie Kamayou. Melanie is renowned for being a quiet individual who would rather avoid the spotlight.
For a very long time, the pair have been sighted together at events like the 2019 Ballon d’Or ceremony, they seemed to have a strong, unbreakable bond.
Professional Career
In the past, Onana represented Cameroon as a young international. In September of the same year, he made his debut in a friendly match against Gabon.
He was included in the final FIFA World Cup roster that was revealed in Qatar on November 9, 2022. On November 28, manager Rigobert Song finally removed him from the competition due to a disciplinary issue, which included issues with the latter’s teaching approach.
