Altay Bayindir: Man United star’s move to Besiktas hinges on one factor
Altay Bayindir: Man United star’s move to Besiktas hinges on one factor Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir’s move to Besiktas this summer hinges on one key factor, according to Fabrizio Romano. Unsafe Pair of Hands Bayindir , 28, arrived at Old Trafford from Fenerbahçe for £4. 3 million in the summer of 2023.
The Türkiye international was signed to be the No. 2 to Andre Onana , signed in the same window from Inter Milan for £47. 2m to replace long-term stalwart David De Gea.
Despite the 6’6 shot-stopper described as “top class” by Bruno Fernandes , and Onana forging a reputation as one of Europe’s best goalkeepers in Italy, neither has proved to be a successful signing. Both have committed a series of costly mistakes when starting, often destabilising the defence they are designed to protect. This led to the decision last summer to sign Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp, even with the 23-year-old Belgian having only one season of first-team experience under his belt.
Lammens’ capture led to Onana joining Trabzonspor on loan as then-head coach Ruben Amorim preferred Bayindir. The Turkish side are hoping to strike a permanent deal for the Cameroon international this summer. But Bayindir’s performance in Onana’s stead were as shaky, with Lammens quickly assuming the starting berth and proving transformative between the sticks.
The Zottegem native is already one of United’s best signings in years. Bayindir to Besiktas? Both the player and club are open to Bayindir’s departure this summer, with a return to Türkiye the most likely destination.