In the midst of Manchester United's tumultuous season filled with chaos and uncertainty, discussions surrounding the goalkeeper situation have surprisingly taken a backseat to other pressing issues. With a series of inconsistent performances and mounting pressure on the squad, the focus has shifted to the latest developments regarding their goalkeeping situation as the season draws to a close.

Andre Onana's transfer to Manchester United, which cost the club a staggering 47.5 million, is one of several so-called 'inherited' deals mentioned by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. As part of a considerable 400 million debt still owed for various unpaid transfer fees, Ratcliffe emphasized the need for financial stability within the club. He acknowledged the significance of addressing these issues as they transition from the club's troubled past toward a more promising future.

However, Ratcliffe's remarks about Onana, although necessary, were overshadowed by former United midfielder Nemanja Matic's recent criticism. Matic labeled Onana one of the club's 'worst-ever goalkeepers,' a statement that coincided with Onana's concerning performance in last week's dramatic 2-2 draw against Lyon, where he committed two critical errors that led to goals.

The situation has reached a boiling point, with head coach Ruben Amorim now facing intense scrutiny. During an upcoming press conference, he will be pressed by media representatives to clarify whether Onana or the club's second-choice goalkeeper, Altay Bayindir, will be starting in the upcoming UEFA Europa League quarter-final against Lyon. Amorims decision could have significant implications for both the match and the club's future.

Choosing to leave Onana out of the starting lineup during the recent Premier League defeat to Newcastle was a relatively straightforward decision for Amorim. Given the dismal prospects for Manchester United's season, with hopes of reaching a UEFA Conference League spot dimming, resting Onana allowed him to take a mental break without major repercussions. However, Amorim's upcoming decision on Thursday is fraught with complications.

Whether Onana or Bayindir is selected to start, the goalkeeper who is sidelined will still need to be included on the bench, adding another layer of tension to the already strained relationship within the team. The goalkeeper left out may well be considering seeking a transfer during the summer window, further complicating the club's financial landscape. The prospect of losing both keepers could lead to additional expenditures for replacements that Manchester United simply cannot afford, given their already precarious financial situation.

Overall, this is not the scenario that the United hierarchy envisioned when they appointed Amorim from Sporting Lisbon in November. The series of decisions regarding the goalkeeper position not only bears heavy ramifications for the team's performance but also raises the pressing question: how did Manchester United find itself in such a challenging predicament?