Fenerbahce boss confirms Altay Bayindir exit amid Manchester United transfer interest

Fenerbahce manager Ismail Kartal has confirmed Altay Bayindir is leaving the club amid Manchester United's interest in the goalkeeper.

United want to sign a new goalkeeper to compete with Andre Onana before the transfer window shuts. Dean Henderson is the current No.2 but has transfer interest from Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest.

Tom Heaton's injury had blocked any potential exit for Henderson but United are open to cashing in. In the event of his departure, United are interested in bringing Bayindir to Old Trafford.

Bayindir appeared to say farewell to Fenerbahce's supporters ahead of their Europa Conference League play-off tie against FC Twente. And after the match his manager confirmed his exit but didn't name his destination.

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“These things happen in football," Kartal said, as reported by Turkish newspaper Milliyet. "I would like to thank Altay for his services.

"He has started his new adventure, I wish you success in this journey. He represents us very well there.”

The 25-year-old has been on Fenerbahce's books since 2019, joining them from MKE Ankaragucu. He has made a total of 145 appearances for the Turkish giants, keeping 44 clean sheets.

United's need for a back-up goalkeeper capable of playing in Ten Hag's style increased this week after reports emerged suggesting that Onana could be set to return to the international scene with Cameroon. The shot-stopper had fallen out of favour following a fallout with his manager at the World Cup, but could now