I’m not Onana, stop the mix-up – Super Eagles goalkeeper, Adeleye tells public

Super Eagles goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye has appealed to the public to stop confusing him with Manchester United and Cameroon shot-stopper, Andre Onana.

Adeleye, who is currently in camp with Nigeria ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa, raised the concern during an interview, saying he has often been wrongly identified as the Red Devils’ goalkeeper.

“To the esteemed public, I wish to clarify a pressing matter regarding my identity. My name is Adebayo Adeleye, and I am a Nigerian goalkeeper. Unfortunately, some individuals have mistakenly called me Andre Onana, the renowned Cameroonian goalkeeper,” he said.

The 24-year-old emphasized that while he has great respect for Onana, both players have different nationalities and career paths.

“I kindly request that the public refrain from associating me with Andre Onana, as we are two distinct individuals with different nationalities and careers. I am proud to be Adebayo Adeleye, a Nigerian, and I would appreciate it if my correct identity is respected,” he added.

Adeleye, who has featured for Nigeria at senior level, currently plays club football in Europe and is considered one of the country’s promising goalkeeping prospects.

Onana, meanwhile, has endured a difficult spell at Manchester United since completing his move from Inter Milan in 2023.