Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has dropped a transfer bombshell, urging his former club to pursue a sensational move for Paris Saint-Germain's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The former England defender didn't mince words when assessing United's current goalkeeping situation, delivering a brutal assessment of Andre Onana's inconsistent performances since his £47 million arrival from Inter Milan.
Ferdinand's Scathing Assessment
'If I'm honest, I'd be going out to get a new goalkeeper,' Ferdinand declared on his FIVE YouTube channel. His comments come after another error from Onana contributed to United's disappointing 1-1 draw with Burnley at Old Trafford.
Ferdinand specifically highlighted Donnarumma as his prime target, stating the Italian international possesses the commanding presence United desperately need between the posts.
Donnarumma's PSG Situation
The 25-year-old shot-stopper, despite being PSG's first-choice keeper, has faced his own challenges in Paris. High-profile errors in crucial Champions League matches have left some questioning his status, potentially opening the door for a dramatic Premier League switch.
Ferdinand believes Donnarumma's pedigree and experience make him the perfect candidate to solve United's goalkeeping crisis, offering a solution that current options Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton seemingly do not.
Onana's Struggles Continue
Onana's difficult debut season shows little sign of abating. His mistake against Burnley—failing to claim a cross that led to Zeki Amdouni's late penalty—was just the latest in a series of costly errors that have plagued United's campaign.
Ferdinand's public endorsement of Donnarumma signals growing concerns within the United legend community about the team's defensive stability as they push for European qualification.
