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Altay Bayındır nearing loan move from Manchester United to Celta Vigo
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Altay Bayındır nearing loan move from Manchester United to Celta Vigo

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Turkish national team goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is reportedly close to leaving Manchester United.
  • Bayındır, who played only six matches last season, has seen his chances diminish further with the arrival of Karl Darlow.
  • He is in talks with Spanish club Celta Vigo for a potential loan move, with a principle agreement said to be reached.

Turkish national team goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is reportedly on the verge of departing Manchester United after just three seasons with the club. The 28-year-old goalkeeper's playing time was limited last season, making only six appearances and falling behind Senne Lammens in the pecking order. The recent signing of Karl Darlow has further diminished his prospects at Old Trafford.

Bayındır himself hinted at a potential departure when a fan inquired about his future. "I have no idea. We'll see. Time will show us everything," he responded, fueling speculation about an exit. He is actively seeking a team where he can secure more playing time.

Reports suggest Bayındır is in negotiations with Spanish club Celta Vigo, and the transfer is progressing positively. According to Spanish outlet Metropolitano, a principle agreement has been reached between Celta Vigo and Manchester United. The experienced goalkeeper is expected to join the La Liga side on loan. Bayındır is anticipated to travel to Vigo for medical examinations and finalize paperwork. He may join Celta Vigo's pre-season training camp in Italy and could feature in their upcoming matches against Sassuolo and Napoli.

I have no idea. We'll see. Time will show us everything.

— Altay BayındırThe goalkeeper responded to a fan's question about whether he would stay at Manchester United, fueling transfer speculation.
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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.