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Manchester United Lands Wales Goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a Deal Through 2028
The Wales goalkeeper will back up Senne Lammens after Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir moved on, giving United Premier League experience through June 2028.
- On Tuesday, Manchester United signed veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a free transfer. The 35-year-old Wales international agreed to a contract until June 2028, with an option to extend for a further year.
- With Andre Onana re-joining Trabzonspor on loan, United sought a new backup goalkeeper. Altay Bayindir is set to return to Turkey permanently, while 22-year-old Radek Vitek seeks regular football elsewhere.
- Darlow brings significant experience with 279 professional appearances, including 74 in the English Premier League. The goalkeeper spent nine years at Newcastle United and was Leeds United's starting choice last season.
- United director Jason Wilcox praised Darlow's 'work ethic and determined personality,' calling him a 'strong addition' to the squad. Darlow expressed pride in joining, stating he looks forward to pushing teammates to 'maintain the highest standards.'
- Darlow will serve as backup for Belgium international Senne Lammens, United's starting goalkeeper last season. The signing also strengthens the club's homegrown quota as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
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Manchester United lands Wales goalkeeper Karl Darlow on a deal through 2028
Manchester United has signed veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow. United says the 35-year-old Wales international signed a contract until June 2028 with the option for another year.
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