Baku, August 7, AZERTAC
Manchester United have confirmed that goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has left Old Trafford to join La Liga outfit Celta Vigo on a season-long loan, according to Goal.com.
The Turkish international, who has struggled for consistent game time since arriving in England, heads to Spain in search of regular first-team football under Claudio Giraldez.
The Red Devils have officially sanctioned a temporary exit for the 28-year-old shot-stopper, but the move could quickly become a permanent arrangement. According to Manchester Evening News, Celta Vigo have secured an option to make the move permanent for £3.5million next summer. United have protected their long-term interests in the deal by negotiating several performance-related bonuses and a high-percentage sell-on clause should Celta eventually sell the keeper for a profit.
The official club statement confirmed the move, stating: "Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has agreed to join La Liga side Celta Vigo on loan for the duration of the 2026/27 season, subject to registration.
"The 28-year-old played six games for United last season, his third term since joining from Fenerbahce in 2023. Following his debut against Newport County in 2024, Altay has made 17 appearances in total for the club.
"Bayindir now heads out to Spain to link up with Os Celestes, who finished sixth in La Liga last season under head coach Claudio Giraldez and are set to compete in this season's UEFA Europa League. Everyone at United wishes Altay the best of luck for the campaign ahead."