Man United sign goalkeeper Altay Bayindir from Fenerbahce

Manchester United have signed Fenerbahce’s goalkeeper Altay Bayindir for estimated transfer fee of 5 million euros.

Altay Bayindir signs as new Man United goalkeeper, here we go! Turkish GK will be new backup option to replace Dean Henderson 🚨🔴 #MUFC

Fenerbahçe will receive fee in the region of €6/7m. pic.twitter.com/Vxtx97Asbh

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 1, 2023

It is a 4-year contract, which ties the player with the club until 2027.

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“It is a huge honour to join Manchester United and become the first Turkish player to represent this incredible club,” said Bayindir.

“I have a passion for success, and I will give everything to help this special group of players to achieve our ambitions.

“I cannot wait to start working with such an experienced goalkeeping unit. We will support each other and drive high standards every day so that each of us is ready to perform whenever called upon.”

The signing of Bayindir is direct reaction to Dean Henderson’s departure, who agreed deal with Crystal Palace on Thursday.

The Turkish goalkeeper will provide back-up for No.1 goalkeeper Andre Onana.

The 25-year-old spent four seasons at Fenerbahce after joining from fellow Turkish side Ankaragucu in 2019, making 166 appearances and keeping 53 clean sheets. He has also been called for the Turkish national team and has 5 caps.