Altay Bayindir completes Manchester United transfer as John Murtough explains why he’s signed

Bayindir has joined from Fenerbahce in a 5million deal and is set to become the first Turkish player to appear for the club.

The 25-year-old said: “It is a huge honour to join Manchester United and become the first Turkish player to represent this incredible club. I have a passion for success, and I will give everything to help this special group of players to achieve our ambitions.

I cannot wait to start working with such an experienced goalkeeping unit. We will support each other and drive high standards every day so that each of us is ready to perform whenever called upon.

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United football director John Murtough added: “Altay is an excellent addition to our squad and adds further quality to our already strong group of experienced goalkeepers.