Altay Bay\u0131nd\u0131r has softened the language around his exit from Manchester United, saying it is \u201cnot a goodbye\u201d after completing a loan move away from the club.<\/p>\n
The goalkeeper marked the move with a message of gratitude to supporters, writing: \u201cThank you for every chant, every message and every moment we have shared,\u201d he wrote on social media. \u201cYour support means a lot to me and I\u2019ll carry it with me throughout this next chapter of my life.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ll miss Old Trafford but this is not goodbye. Wishing a successful season to everyone at the club, my heart and support will always be with you.<\/p>\n
\u201cSee you soon Reds!\u201d<\/p>\n
Bay\u0131nd\u0131r\u2019s words are notable given how little of the last three seasons he spent as a regular part of the side. He arrived in the summer of 2023 as one of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s top goalkeepers, but managed only 17 appearances for United, most of them while serving as backup to Andr\u00e9 Onana or, more recently, Senne Lammens.<\/p>\n
A series of uncertain displays did little to strengthen his standing at Old Trafford. The arrival of veteran stopper Karl Darlow on a free transfer further pointed towards a future away from Michael Carrick\u2019s squad.<\/p>\n
United have also handed Celta a bargain permanent transfer option which, while not guaranteed to be used, appears likely to become a full exit next summer if he produces a strong campaign in Spain\u2019s top flight.<\/p>\n
The overall picture suggests United are prepared to move on, even if the feeling is not entirely shared by Bay\u0131nd\u0131r. His farewell hinted at a genuine connection with the club despite a frustrating three-year spell.<\/p>\n
That departure also fits into United\u2019s wider plans, with the club now understood to be focusing on exits as they look to raise funds for further summer spending.<\/p>\n
Complicating that process are salary rises on contracts agreed under the previous ownership. With United back in the Champions League, several players have already received pay increases of up to 25%.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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