“Here we go”: United agree deal to sign “outstanding” Welsh star – Fabrizio Romano

Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Karl Darlow, who could potentially become their third summer signing. According to Fabrizio Romano, United have agreed a deal to sign Darlow, who has decided to leave Leeds United as a free agent. The Italian journalist writes on X: “Deal done and signature to follow on Friday. Contract valid until June 2029 plus option to extend for #MUFC.” 🚨 Manchester United agree deal to sign Karl Darlow as new backup goalkeeper, here we go! Deal done and signature to follow on Friday. Contract valid until June 2029 plus option to extend for #MUFC. Bayindir expected to leave — story after @lauriewhitwell. pic.twitter.com/5b7tkQQBIM — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 9, 2026 Romano adds that current second-choice goalkeeper at Old Trafford, Altay Bayindir, is expected to leave this summer. The 35-year-old Welsh goalkeeper, who has been described as “outstanding”, enjoyed a solid season under Daniel Farke at Elland Road, displacing major signing Lucas Perri as the number one. Darlow made 22 appearances in the Premier League last season, helping Leeds avoid relegation to the Championship. He kept five clean sheets during that time. United have also secured agreements for midfielders Ederson and Andrey Santos. More to follow… Featured image Nathan Stirk via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Latest Top Stories… Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!