A video of André Onana reading "L'Arnaque" by Jean-Bruno Tagne, former campaign director for Samuel Eto'o, surfaced on May 4, fueling speculation about the strained relationship between the goalkeeper and the president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT). The video, widely circulated on social media, shows Onana on a private jet reading the critical work.
Tagne's book, published after his time on Eto'o's campaign team in 2021, examines Eto'o's first months as president of FECAFOOT. It details allegations of dysfunction and questions the management of the organization, suggesting that initial promises of change have not been kept.
The release of this video comes amid existing disagreements between Onana and Eto'o. These tensions notably led to Onana losing his starting place in the national team. Some observers interpret Onana's reading of this book as a subtle message to Eto'o, reigniting debates about divisions within Cameroonian football.
Relations between Onana and Eto'o have reportedly deteriorated since the 2022 FIFA World Cup, where Onana was sent home from the team for disciplinary reasons. Despite an apparent reconciliation and Onana's return to the national team, underlying tensions appear to persist. In February 2025, Onana stated that the disputes were behind them, emphasizing the importance of his country's victory. However, this incident reignites speculation about a possible continued rift between the two key figures in Cameroonian football.
The incident highlights the complex dynamics between established figures and new generations in African football, raising questions about leadership and loyalty within FECAFOOT.
