Vitek and Bayindir book medicals as Ornstein says Hall won't leave Newcastle despite United's £60m offer
Both goalkeepers are closing in on exits, with Vitek heading to Middlesbrough for £7m and Bayindir joining Celta Vigo on loan. But United's top left-back target Hall is going nowhere, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein.
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Manchester United goalkeepers Radek Vitek and Altay Bayindir have both booked medicals ahead of moves away from Old Trafford, but the club's pursuit of Lewis Hall has hit a wall.
Vitek is closing in on a permanent move to Middlesbrough, with Carrick's former club agreeing an initial £7 million deal. Bayindir has been granted permission to join La Liga side Celta Vigo on loan, with an option to make the move permanent for £3.5 million. Both players have medicals booked.
Is the Hall deal dead?
David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that Hall won't leave Newcastle this summer despite United's interest. TalkSPORT claims United are willing to spend up to £60 million on the left-back, but Newcastle refuse to sanction another major sale after losing Anthony Gordon, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.
Hall is reportedly the club's top target at left-back, with Harry Amass likely to leave on loan. Racing Santander's Jorge Salinas has been named as an alternative.
What about Rashford?
Marcus Rashford looks set to be reintegrated into the first team. As things stand, there has been no concrete move for the forward despite ongoing speculation about his future.
What else is happening in midfield?
United still want another midfielder and continue to be linked with Roma's Manu Kone and Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni. The Sun claims Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White has been lined up as a potential replacement for Bruno Fernandes should he leave. Gibbs-White scored 18 goals across the Premier League and Europa League last season with seven assists.
United have signed five players so far this summer (Tielemans, Santos, Darlow, Margetson, Thompson) while 12 have left.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Marcus Rashford leaving Manchester United?
- Despite recent speculation linking him with Fenerbahce, reports indicate the Turkish club has pursued other targets, making it highly likely Rashford will stay at Old Trafford.
- Which Manchester United goalkeepers are leaving?
- Altay Bayindir is set to join Celta Vigo on loan, while Radek Vitek is finalising a permanent £7 million transfer to Middlesbrough. Both players are currently undergoing medicals.
- Who are Manchester United targeting for left-back?
- The club has shown strong interest in Newcastle United's Lewis Hall, though Newcastle are reportedly reluctant to sell the 21-year-old defender this summer.