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Radek Vitek and Altay Bayindir exit Manchester United for new clubs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:13 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Radek Vitek and Altay Bayindir exit Manchester United for new clubs

Summary

Manchester United has confirmed the exits of Radek Vitek and Altay Bayindir. Vitek has joined Middlesbrough permanently for a fee that could reach £14 million after expressing a desire to leave. He previously won multiple player of the year awards at Bristol City. Bayindir will move to Celta Vigo, with United having already recruited his replacement, Karl Darlow, who is yet to make an appearance due to a minor procedure. Vitek's deal includes a buy-back clause and a sell-on provision, reflecting the club's expectation of his continued development.

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Key Details

•Radek Vitek transfers to Middlesbrough from Manchester United.
•Vitek's deal could total £14 million with additional clauses.
•Altay Bayindir joins Celta Vigo; United brings in Karl Darlow as his replacement.
•Vitek's multiple player of the year awards came at Bristol City last season.
•United's goalkeeping situation shifts as Senne Lammens returns to training.

Latest Updates

11:13 AMYahoo Sports — Vitek and Bayindir exit deals close

What they're saying

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With Senne Lammens back at pre-season training and expected to be involved in Saturday's encounter with Paris St-Germain, United have sanctioned the exit of Radek Vitek and Altay Bayindir. Vitek made it perfectly clear when he spoke to the media after the first pre-season game against Wrexham in Helsinki nearly three weeks ago that he expected to leave, and wasn't bothered whether it was a permanent deal or a loan. United have also included a buy-back clause and also a sell-on if, as they expect, Vitek continues to impress.
— Yahoo Sports

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