Man United finally get green light for Andre Onana replacement transfer as deal ‘agreed’

Manchester United transfer news as Aston Villa edge towards goalkeeper transfer that could solve United’s problems

Manchester United may have to explore the possibility of signing a new goalkeeper this summer following Andre Onana’s hamstring injury.

United’s number one will miss United’s pre-season tour of the United States after suffering a hamstring problem. It’s expected that the 29-year-old will still travel Stateside but the focus will be on recovery.

Altay Bayindir is expected to take his spot in Ruben Amorim’s starting XI during pre-season but the Turkey international’s future at the club has been in doubt. It’s believed that the goalkeeper’s agent has been at Carrington this week to discuss the £4.3million signing’s future at the club.

With Onana’s injury and the prospect of Bayindir leaving the club in search of first-team football, United are considering a move for a new goalkeeper – to replace Onana as first-choice or Bayindir as the back-up.

United are also in the market for other players and their budget not being at the level of their rivals, players like John Victor from Botafogo have been linked with a move to Manchester. Goal Brazil has reported that United are now ready to sign the Brazilian for his £6million release clause after his Club World Cup performances.

However, Emiliano Martinez continues to be heavily tipped to become United’s brand new number one. Talks to sign the Aston Villa shot-stopper have already been held with Martinez said to be open to a move to Old Trafford.

His £40m asking price has meant any potential move is yet to be made but the 32-year-old continues to be linked with the club. Martinez’s name could be a one that United re-consider in the coming weeks after Aston Villa moved closer to finalising an agreement for a new goalkeeper of their own.

The Athletic has reported that Brest’s Marco Bizot is expected to move to Villa Park this summer for a low-cost fee. He’s anticipated to come in as the club’s No.2 but uncertainty over Martinez’s future means Unai Emery now has a short-term fix.

BBC Sport has reported that Bizot is set to arrive to the United Kingdom soon and complete his move to the Premier League side. Personal terms are thought to be a ‘formality’ meaning a deal could be close to completion.

Martinez has addressed his future this summer, suggesting he isn’t sure if he will be staying in the Midlands. “My future? I don’t know,” he said. “I come here to play for the national team, and that’s the only thing that matters to me right now,” he said when away with his national team

“Do I want to move to a new club? The transfer window just opened, so there’s still a long way to go.”

Here at The Manchester Evening News, we are dedicated to bringing you the best Manchester United coverage and analysis.

Make sure you don’t miss out on the latest United news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get all the breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking here to subscribe.

You can also subscribe to our free newsletter service. Click here to be sent all the day’s biggest stories.

And, finally, if you would rather listen to our expert analysis then make sure to check out our Manchester is Red podcast, featuring The Samuel Luckhurst Show and The Midweek Debate. Our shows are available on all podcast platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and you can also watch along on YouTube.