Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Karl Darlow as their new backup goalkeeper, a move that effectively signals the end of Altay Bayindir’s spell at Old Trafford.
Darlow is expected to complete the formalities and sign on Friday after an agreement was reached between all parties. His arrival comes as Bayindir edges closer to the exit door, with the Turkish international now expected to leave the club in search of regular first-team football.
Although Darlow may not arrive with the fanfare of a marquee signing, the experienced goalkeeper offers United a dependable option behind first-choice goalkeeper André Onana. Having spent years in English football, the 34-year-old brings the kind of experience and reliability the club believes will strengthen its goalkeeping department ahead of the new campaign.
For Bayindir, the transfer marks what appears to be the end of an underwhelming spell at Old Trafford. Signed to provide competition and cover in goal, he found opportunities hard to come by and was unable to establish himself as United’s long-term deputy despite showing glimpses of his quality whenever called upon.
The decision to bring in Darlow points to Michael Carrick’s desire for proven experience as he continues shaping his squad for the season ahead. Rather than stick with the current setup, United have opted for a goalkeeper who knows the demands of English football and can step in whenever required.
Bayindir’s expected departure will now become the next piece of United’s summer business once Darlow’s move is officially completed, bringing another chapter of the club’s squad rebuild into focus.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the agreement with his trademark “Here we go,” revealing that the deal is done and Darlow will sign on Friday. Romano also reported that Bayindir is expected to leave, making the goalkeeper switch one of the latest changes in United’s summer reshuffle.