Manchester United have officially confirmed the departure of one of their senior goalkeepers.
Man United have confirmed that [Altay Bayindir has joined Celta Vigo on loan for the 2026-27 campaign.](http://Bayindir joins Celta Vigo on loan https://www.manutd.com/en/news/altay-bayindir-joins-celta-vigo-on-loan)
The La Liga club will cover his wages in full and will have an option to sign him permanently for a fee of €4 million.
The move offers the Turkish international a fresh opportunity to revive his career with regular first-team football.
Bayindir moved to Old Trafford from Fenerbahce for a fee around €5m in 2023.
Despite spending three years at the club, he managed only 17 appearances in all competitions.
Andre Onana remained the preferred choice even during difficult spells filled with costly mistakes.
Whenever opportunities did arrive, Bayindir struggled to produce convincing performances needed to change the goalkeeping hierarchy.
His best chance to become the first-choice goalkeeper came at the start of last season when former manager Ruben Amorim dropped Onana to the bench.
Instead of seizing the moment, Bayindir appeared uncomfortable defending set-pieces, ultimately forcing United to sign Senne Lammens on deadline day last summer.
Lammens enjoyed a superb debut season at United, bringing composure and confidence to defence.
Karl Darlow moved to the Theatre of Dreams on a free transfer last month.
The experienced shot-stopper is expected to provide reliable backup for Lammens while also featuring in domestic cup competitions.
Veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton will serve as the third-choice goalkeeper.
Radek Vitek could soon follow Bayindir through the exit door, with Middlesbrough pushing to complete a permanent transfer.
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