Karl Darlow nears free transfer to Manchester United
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Manchester United is close to signing goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer following his departure from Leeds United at the end of June. The 35-year-old made 22 Premier League appearances last season and is Wales' current first-choice goalkeeper. This transfer could lead to the exit of Altay Bayindir and Radek Vitek, as United's head coach Michael Carrick seeks additional goalkeeping support. Darlow could participate in the pre-season campaign starting against Wrexham in Helsinki on July 18.
- •Darlow left Leeds United at the end of June.
- •He was first choice at Leeds under Daniel Farke.
- •Darlow's signing may lead to Bayindir's departure.
- •Radek Vitek is also set to leave the squad.
- •Darlow expected to join pre-season starting July 18.
- 5:49 PMBBC Sport — Free agent Darlow set for Man Utd move
"Manchester United are close to signing Wales and former Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer.
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