Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir could be on his way out, but his move to Besiktas is no longer a forgone conclusion.The 28-year-old joined the Premier League giants in the summer of 2023, completing a £4.6 million transfer from Fenerbahce.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYDespite Andre Onana’s recurring howlers, the Turk was never able to cement himself a starting role. This season, he was given the nod in the early weeks of the campaign prior to Senne Lammens’ arrival and settlement, but he didn’t fully convince.Why Altay Bayindir might not join Besiktas after allAfter three years as an understudy, Bayindir has been widely tipped to leave Man Utd in the summer in search of a more prominent role.Besiktas have emerged as the ultimate favourites to bring the Bursa native back to his home country. The Istanbul-based giants even tried to acquire his services in January, but to no avail.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustBut according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Bayindir’s move to Besiktas is no longer certain, especially following the recent managerial change.“Altay Bayindir can leave Manchester United in the summer. Besiktas remain interested but deal depends on new manager after recent change of coach,” posted the transfer market expert on his X (formerly Twitter) account. 🚨 Altay Bayindir can leave Manchester United in the summer. Besiktas remain interested but deal depends on new manager after recent change of coach. pic.twitter.com/MLZrr3HrLH — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 19, 2026Besiktas have mutually parted ways with Sergen Yalçın, and the identity of his replacement remains uncertain.Would Man Utd sign a new goalkeeper to replace BayindirDuring his time at Old Trafford, the Turkish international had his exploits, including a heroic FA Cup display against Arsenal last season. After that match, Mikel Arteta hailed Bayindir’s ‘outstanding’ performance between the posts. However, the goalkeeper’s heroics have been too few and far between. Bayindir’s Man Utd Stats Appearances Goals Conceded Clean Sheets 2023/24 1 2 0 2024/25 10 18 3 2025/26 6 11 0 Total 17 31 3 Bayindir still has one year left on his contract, with an option for another, but it seems that an early divorce could be beneficial for both parties.The question remains who would be Lammens’ understudy should his Turkish teammate depart in the summer.Tom Heaton will soon pen a one-year extension, but the 40-year-old has only been the club’s third-choice goalkeeper since his return to Carrington in 2021.Onana and Radek Vitek will return from their positive loan spells at Trabzonspor and Bristol City, respectively, but United don’t fancy keeping the Cameroonian at the club, while the 22-year-old Czech is reportedly seeking a first-choice role.Therefore, the arrival of a new goalkeeper this summer cannot be ruled out.
Romano: ‘Outstanding’ Man Utd star facing uncertain future after managerial change
‘On the toughest days…’: Man Utd man reflects on ‘difficult’ season ahead of near-certain summer sale
Manuel Ugarte has expressed his gratitude to his family and partner for helping him through a ‘difficult’ season.It comes ahead of a summer transfer window in which the midfielder looks nailed-on to leave Manchester United.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYWhy Ugarte will consider 2025/2026 a ‘difficult’ oneWhile fans have been less than impressed with Ugarte’s performances this season, you can understand why his morale will have taken a substantial hit, especially in recent months.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustOf the 29 Premier League appearances he made in his maiden term, 22 came from the off. This time around, however, the Uruguayan has made only 22 appearances overall, with just eight of those being as a starter.When he oversaw a particularly shoddy display in the defeat to Leeds United at Old Trafford, a report from Laurie Whitwell claimed that Sir Jim Ratcliffe had personally green-lit Ugarte’s summer exit while on a visit to Carrington.Michael Carrick’s mind was also made up regarding the 25-year-old after the loss, as he has yet to feature since – not even for a minute to see out some of the recent wins. Appearances Starts Unused Minutes played 7 1 8 155 Ugarte’s record under CarrickUgarte reacts after penultimate game omissionWhile his impending departure has not been confirmed, there is a general expectation amongst fans that Ugarte has played his final game for United.The fact that he wasn’t used in Saturday’s win over Nottingham Forest meant he was unable to play in front of the M16 faithful for the last time or get a send-off, although he did take part in the post-match lap of appreciation with the rest of his teammates.Ugarte shared a snap of himself and his partner on the pitch to Instagram today, and the caption simply read: “[A] season with many difficult moments, but always smiling. Thank you to my family who always supported me from afar and to you, love, who stood by my side on the toughest days.”
From Spain: Jose Mourinho plotting shock swoop for Man Utd mainstay after Real Madrid appointment
When his appointment is complete and he begins navigating his first transfer window at Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho would reportedly consider a move for Diogo Dalot.Mourinho brought his fellow Portuguese native to Manchester United during his tenure back in 2018, signing him in a £19 million deal from FC Porto.Later that year, the manager was relieved of his duties at Old Trafford, leaving Dalot vying for a starting spot.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYDalot has become a mainstay for United in recent yearsHe was loaned to AC Milan during the 2020/2021 campaign but returned to Manchester ahead of the 2021/2022 term in hopes of proving himself to then-head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustDalot was eventually able to nail down a key place in the side, one that he has maintained ever since.The full-back’s lack of injuries and consistent availability has made him a dependable figure for the club to rely on throughout the course of a full season, even if his form has often faltered. Appearances Starts Minutes played 173 151 13,636 Dalot’s complete Premier League record with MUFCMourinho sets sights on shock Dalot swoop Now, according to Spanish journalist Miguel Serrano, Los Blancos could try and prise Dalot from United when Mourinho takes charge this summer. Diogo Dalot reacts quickest to open the scoring for Manchester United 💥 pic.twitter.com/vJw5uT9wg4 — Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 4, 2025He is contracted to the Reds until June 2028, so if United did open the door to a sale, it’d be up to INEOS to determine his transfer fee.It’s not the first time Dalot has been linked with Madrid, either. Prior to their acquisition of Trent Alexander-Arnold last year, reports had suggested the right-back was a candidate high on their shortlist.Meanwhile, Dani Carvajal announced this week that he would be bringing an end to his 13-year stay at the Santiago Bernabeu upon the culmination of 2025/2026, making it no surprise Madrid are in the market for a successor to bolster the position – especially given how little Alexander-Arnold has impressed.It remains to be seen if United would be open to negotiating Dalot’s exit.
Serie A Star (With £50M Buyout Fee) Will ‘Listen To Offers’ From PL Clubs As Man Utd And Liverpool Both Circle
BACK David Tully May 20th 2026 Juventus centre-back Gleison Bremer will “listen to possible offers” from other clubs after the World Cup, and Man Utd are among his potential suitors, according to reports in Italy. The 29-year-old is very much at a crossroads in his career. The Gazzetta Dello Sport claim that he is keen on winning trophies now, and there are doubts over whether he can do that with his current team. Juve may not even qualify for the Champions League. The Bianconeri need to win their final game against archrivals Torino and hope either Roma or AC Milan drop points to finish in the top four. It means Bremer is contemplating a potential departure, with Gazzetta naming United and Liverpool as potential suitors. Man Utd know how much the defender will cost There is reportedly a release clause in Bremer’s contract which is worth €58m (or £50m), so Juventus won’t have a say in his future if a team decides to pay the requisite fee. Of course, there is no guarantee that the Red Devils would be willing to shell out that much on Bremer, despite the fact that he is expected to start at the World Cup for Brazil next month. Bremer is not a priority target It has been claimed that United are hoping to go into next season with the same five centre-halves that are currently on their books – Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt, Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven. Some would argue that due to injury concerns over de Ligt and (to a lesser extent) Martinez, there would be scope for reinforcing the middle of defence. However, it looks like the vast majority of the club’s summer transfer budget will be devoted to recruiting midfielders, a left-back and a forward. Of course, there is still time for plans to change. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.
Man Utd Have Made £61M Rated Forward A ‘High Priority Target’ But They Face Transfer Battle With Chelsea
BACK David Tully May 19th 2026 This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Man Utd have made Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi a “high priority target” for the summer transfer window, according to reports. TEAMtalk claim that the German international has made it known that he prefers a move to England if he does leave Dortmund at the end of the season. That has caught the attention of the Red Devils, as well as Premier League rivals Chelsea and Liverpool. Out of the two, the Blues are deemed the biggest threat, as they have reportedly made contact with Adeyemi’s representatives. Liverpool, meanwhile, are just monitoring his situation. How much would Adeyemi cost? Dortmund are open to selling the 24-year-old as he is closing in on the final year of his contract. However, the Bundesliga side are still demanding a large sum for the player. A price tag between €60m (£52m) and €70m (£61m) has been slapped on Adeyemi, and it remains to be seen whether United would be tempted to table a bid for that much, considering he could technically sign a pre-contract agreement in January. You would have to think that the German’s valuation would go down the closer we get to deadline day in August. Get an Old Trafford stadium tour with Red Letter Days here Man Utd are also pursuing other forwards Director of Football Jason Wilcox is hoping to add depth to the front line this summer. There is believed to be interest in Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, AC Milan’s Rafael Leao, as well as Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye. However, any deals for forwards may have to take a backseat until the Red Devils strengthen their midfield, which is seen as the top priority. The sale of Joshua Zirkzee, along with Marcus Rashford’s departure on a permanent basis, would help raise the funds required to sign a player like Adeyemi. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.
Man Utd On Alert As Club’s £100M Financial Black Hole Increases Chances Of Double Transfer Raid
BACK David Tully May 19th 2026 Man Utd could take advantage of West Ham’s financial problems to secure the signature of two targets this summer, according to reports. The Guardian claim that the Hammers’ likely relegation from the Premier League means they will need to “raise more than £100m through player sales” if they are to avoid issues with Financial Fair Play. A significant number of the first-team squad are expected to leave the London Stadium if Nuno Espirito Santo’s side do lose their top-flight status. The two players on the Red Devils’ radar are Mateus Fernandes and El-Hadji Malick Diouf. Fernandes has plenty of suitors The Portuguese international has had an impressive season, despite his club’s struggles, and he won’t be short of offers this summer. It is believed that United, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain would be the frontrunners for Fernandes. West Ham’s asking price for the 21-year-old was said to be as high as £80m, but that figure may drop due to the club’s financial situation. Man Utd want Diouf to compete with Shaw Recruiting a new left-back is one of the club’s top priorities for the summer transfer window. Tyrell Malacia (who has barely played this season) will leave on a free transfer when his contract expires at the end of next month. A replacement will be required, especially as Michael Carrick‘s side will be playing substantially more matches next season after sealing Champions League qualification. Shaw’s fitness has been surprisingly good over the last nine months, but his body is unlikely to stand up to playing every few days. In that context, the interest in a player like Diouf is understandable. The Senegalese international is the same age as current teammate Fernandes, and many believe he has a very bright future ahead of him. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.
“There’s a lot of talk”: United academy captain praised by Kanchelskis after international honour
Manchester United youngster Amir Ibragimov recently made a significant decision regarding his future. Season The 18-year-old has played 16 matches this season for the academy. He has scored four goals and provided three assists during that period. The Russian has also captained the under-18s for most of the season, demonstrating his leadership skills. He also recently played in the FA Youth Cup final defeat to Manchester City. Call-up The talented youngster was called up by Russia for their upcoming fixtures against Egypt, Burkina Faso, and Trinidad and Tobago. The forward is also eligible to play for England and has represented the under-15s and under-16s for the Three Lions. Nonetheless, it was revealed on Monday that Ibragimov has chosen to pledge his allegiance to Russia, as he now has a chance to play senior international football. Former Manchester United flying winger Andrei Kanchelskis has shared his thoughts on the United youngster’s call-up. Speaking to Sport Express, he claimed, “are we going to the World Cup or the European Championship? We’re not participating in anything, so we can watch him.” He went on to explain, “basically, now we can invite players we’ve been eyeing for a while and watch them. Because once we start playing in all the tournaments, we won’t have time to watch them.” The Premier League winner continued his praise of the United starlet by stating, “there’s a lot of talk about Ibragimov, so we’ll see what he’s like. There’s nothing wrong with that; I think it’s the right decision.” The teenager could be in line to make his debut against Egypt on 28th May. Featured image Ben Roberts photo 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 Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.
United staff “bowled over” by generosity of heartfelt gifts from veteran star – report
Old Trafford gave an emotional farewell to Casemiro on Sunday. Emotional goodbye As the Brazilian walked out of the tunnel at the Stretford End, the crowd unveiled a special banner which read “até a morte” in Portuguese, meaning until death. Casemiro was clearly emotional over the banner and has been vocal in his love for the United crowd. He gave a short speech at the end of the match thanking the crowd and claiming the fans were the best thing about the club. Casemiro’s popularity in the dressing room is also evident, as when he was substituted off in the 81st minute, numerous players came over to congratulate him on his United career. Shows his class The Daily Mail reports that Casemiro had a few surprises for staff members after the victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday. The paper states, “Casemiro delivered a series of personal gifts to staff members behind the scenes who had helped him during his time in Manchester.” The midfielder “wanted to pay his own thanks to those out of the spotlight at United. While recipients were reluctant to shed light on the exact gift, many were bowled over by the Brazilian’s generosity.” Casemiro has also been a massively positive influence on numerous players at the club, including his midfield partner Kobbie Mainoo. In previous interviews, Mainoo has revealed how much he has learnt from Casemiro in training over the years. Future With Casemiro due to play his final game for the club away to Brighton & Hove Albion this Sunday, it is believed that Inter Miami in the United States is likely to be his next destination after the World Cup. The United man was recently called up for Brazil’s final squad that will aim to win the country’s sixth World Cup trophy this summer. Casemiro 25/26 season stats Games playedGoalsAssistsMins played 34922589 Source: transfermarkt.com Featured image by Molly Darlington/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 Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.
United star’s actions after weekend victory demonstrate his importance both on and off the pitch – report
Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes has had an incredible season for the Red Devils. Past criticism Since being named captain, Fernandes has often received criticism from outside the club regarding his suitability for the role. Former Manchester United players Roy Keane and Paul Ince have both ridiculed the idea of the Portuguese star being captain material. His emotional attitude on the pitch has often been cited as a reason why he is not suited to being club captain, but he has answered his critics in a big way this season. Fernandes has led his team to a third-place finish and has been in outstanding form throughout the season. On Sunday, he equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season and has been voted the Football Writers’ Player of the Year. Off the field Young players at the club have also spoken about the midfielder’s positive role in their development. What’s more, new signings have also praised his efforts to help them integrate into the squad, such as Matheus Cunha. Team bonding According to the Daily Mail, Fernandes also organised a team bonding meal after the side’s 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday. The report states, “Bruno Fernandes has spent all season assisting on the pitch but he put his off-field talents to the test in recent days as he organised a team bonding meal following Sunday’s 3-2 win over Forest.” The article says that “it was the United captain’s idea for a team meal at popular city centre restaurant Fenix.” “The Greek restaurant in Spinningfields is a hit for players and has been a particular favourite of Fernandes’ for some time, previously dining here with ex-Man City full-back Joao Cancelo last year.” Bruno Fernandes 25/26 season stats Games playedGoalsAssistsMins played 368213113 Source: transfermarkt.com Featured image by Molly Darlington/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 Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.
Former United favourite names key trait of Sir Alex Ferguson’s squads that needs to be incorporated into the team this summer – exclusive
Versatile defender Wes Brown may know the importance of squad depth better than anyone, having spent his Manchester United career playing in teams that were overflowing with talented players. It is a testament to Brown’s work-rate and ability that he continued to be a mainstay in the squad for over a decade. The depth of the squad was a key factor in Sir Alex Ferguson’s success across such a long period of time, with the legendary manager being able to make substitutions that enhanced the team rather than weakened it. With the transfer window fast approaching, many fans are hoping United’s need for further depth in the squad will be addressed to allow the team to continue to push on. More games next season United’s third-placed finish guarantees the Red Devils a return to the Champions League next season, ensuring at least eight more games next season. As it stands, United do not have the depth required to compete on four fronts, with Michael Carrick usually only having three or four players on the bench that he can trust to bring on should changes be required. The Red Devils are looking to bring in a variety of players in the upcoming transfer window across multiple positions, although it is believed they are prioritising central midfield. This is music to the ears of United fans, who know that a much deeper squad will be required to bring success back to Old Trafford. Brown’s thoughts on United’s full backs During The Peoples Person’s exclusive interview with United legend Brown, sponsored by NetBet, the versatile defender initially gave his thoughts on United’s current options at full back. He said: “I’ll start with Luke. I think Luke’s been excellent.” “And we’ve got Dalot and Mazraoui. I mean, Mazraoui was excellent. And when he comes in at times and he can play everywhere, but to be fair, Dalot’s probably played more. You know, he’s the one that’s sort of cemented his spot a little bit. And you know, Dalot is a good player.” “I always say, the best way to put it is, when I was there, even when I was centre-back, I was playing right-back, the manager still brought other people in. And you know what that does? It always means it’s competition. Now, I also think a lot of these people can you can play better at times. And I think with that competition, that definitely happens. “I personally don’t think that’s the main area. But at the same time, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with, you know, if you see someone there who you think might be shining and it’s a chance of getting them, then I don’t see any problem doing that.” Brown’s take on the forwards Moving into the forward area of the pitch, Brown went on to say: Yeah, I mean, we all love Sesko, especially how he’s developed this season. And when Cunha plays there, it’s not the same. I think everyone likes Cunha on the left. And Mbuemo’s done it a few times, not the same. So I think ultimately, that is definitely somewhere you look. I always say who, and then you struggle. Honestly, you do struggle a bit.” “And I’m talking about everywhere. If you look at the financials, you can’t go deep. Because it’s not right to do that yet. That’s not your main priority. I still think midfield is. But at the same time, you do need a backup. Now whether you can really push someone from the youth team to do that, but be still really focused, I’m not sure. Because it is tough.” Brown’s concluding thoughts Giving his final thoughts on the subject, Brown said: “But you look at the bench and you go, they could probably start for most teams in the league. And if you can get to that, then… I think first of all, the games, you win more games anyway. Because everyone’s fighting for competition. And you’re picking up points and you realise around Christmas time that we’re actually very good. You try not to think about it too much, but you know, it gives you a little boost” Here’s hoping the recruitment team at United take Brown’s advice and invest heavily in beefing out the squad so that Michael Carrick has the best chance of increasing his already excellent win-rate. Featured image Ryan Pierse 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 Mike Walsh Mike Walsh is an experienced freelance journalist who has written about a variety of topics over multiple years. He is very happy to finally be writing about the Red Devils, especially now that his favourite player, Michael Carrick, is in charge of the team.
