The Athletic morning update: Man Utd finalise £14m deal for ‘highly-regarded’ 22-year-old
Middlesbrough have confirmed the arrival of ‘highly-regarded’ goalkeeper Radek Vitek from Manchester United this morning.The deal is worth an initial £7 million, which could rise to £14m if perf...
Manchester United and Middlesbrough have agreed to a £14 million deal for goalkeeper Radek Vitek. The initial transfer fee is £7 million, with potential add-ons bringing the total to £14 million. Middlesbrough have included a 35% sell-on clause and mutual buy-back option in the terms to sweeten the deal for United. The 22-year-old Vitek was keen to move on from Old Trafford to continue as the club's number one goalkeeper after a successful loan spell at Bristol City last season.
Senne Lammens started the role on deadline day last year and earned the Barclays Transfer of the Season award. Meanwhile, Altay Bayindir joined Celta Vigo on loan from Manchester United. The Dutch international expressed his gratitude to the United supporters before his move, stating his wish to support the club in the coming season.
This transfer leaves the No.1 shirt vacant, which could be filled by Senne Lammens if he wishes to take it.
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