Celta Vigo has secured a loan agreement for goalkeeper Altay Bayindir from Manchester United, with a clause for a permanent transfer.
The Spanish club aims to add depth behind its first‑choice keeper Andrei Radu, while defender Ivan Villar has been allowed to explore offers elsewhere.
The move offers Bayindir regular playing time, a prospect that has grown scarce at Old Trafford due to a crowded goalkeeping roster.
The loan includes a €4 million option to buy, with the final fee subject to adjustment based on Bayindir’s number of appearances.
Celta’s recent transfer window saw additions such as Aleix Febas, Javi Galán, and defender Abdoulaye Faye, strengthening the squad across multiple positions.
At Manchester United, Senne Lammens remains the established first‑choice goalkeeper, and the arrival of Karl Darlow has further limited Bayindir’s opportunities for first‑team action.
The arrangement is viewed as a win‑win: Bayindir receives consistent football, while Celta gains an international goalkeeper without an immediate large outlay.
Appearance‑related conditions protect Celta if Bayindir does not displace Radu, and the loan provides United with a potential future transfer fee.
The transfer gives Bayindir a chance to establish himself in La Liga after limited opportunities in England.
The €4 million buy option represents strong value for Celta should Bayindir perform regularly, potentially restoring his confidence in a more stable environment.
