# Radek Vitek joins Middlesbrough, Bayindir loaned to Celta

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/radek-vitek-transfer-saga
> Updated: 2026-08-08T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 5.

Manchester United confirmed that 22‑year‑old Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek has completed a permanent transfer to Championship side Middlesbrough. The deal is reported at £7 million, potentially rising to £14 million with add‑ons, and includes a 35 % sell‑on clause and a buy‑back right for United.

Vitek, a United academy product since 2020 who most recently spent loan spells at Bristol City, said he was “happy with how the situation turned out” and looks forward to regular first‑team football. Middlesbrough expect him to be the first‑choice goalkeeper for their 2026‑27 Championship campaign.

At the same time, Turkish international Altay Bayindir moved to La Liga club Celta Vigo on a season‑long loan. The arrangement contains an option to purchase for around €4 million, with the final fee linked to appearances, and Celta will cover his salary during the loan.

Both moves were part of United’s goalkeeper reshuffle after Senne Lammens established himself as the first‑choice keeper, pushing Vitek and Bayindir down the pecking order. United’s statements also noted ongoing activity in other areas of the transfer market.

## Claims

- Radek Vitek transferred permanently to Middlesbrough for an initial fee of £7 million with add‑ons that could raise the total to £14 million. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- The Middlesbrough deal includes a 35 % sell‑on clause and a buy‑back right for Manchester United. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Altay Bayindir will move to Celta Vigo on a season‑long loan. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Celta Vigo has an option to purchase Bayindir permanently for a fee of around €3.5 million to €4 million. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Celta Vigo will pay Bayindir’s full salary during the loan period. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Following the departures of Bayindir and Vitek, Senne Lammens is Manchester United’s first‑choice goalkeeper. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Manchester United are arranging a season‑long loan for striker Joshua Zirkzee to Juventus with a future purchase option. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Manchester United are reported to be willing to pay up to £60 million for Newcastle United left‑back Lewis Hall. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-08: Radek Vitek joins Middlesbrough from Manchester United in £7‑£14m deal

Manchester United’s 22‑year‑old goalkeeper Radek Vitek has moved to Middlesbrough for an initial £7 million, potentially rising to £14 million with performance add‑ons and a 35% sell‑on clause.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/radek-vitek-joins-middlesbrough-from-manchester-united-in-714m-deal

### 2026-08-02: Manchester United sends Vitek to Middlesbrough and Bayindir to Celta Vigo

Manchester United have sold Czech keeper Radek Vitek to Middlesbrough for up to £14 m and loaned Turkish keeper Altay Bayindir to Celta Vigo with a €4 m purchase option, reshaping their goalkeeping roster.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-near-goalkeeper-sale-to-middlesbrough-as-kim-minjae-stays-at-bayern

### 2026-07-25: Middlesbrough targets Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek

Middlesbrough are interested in signing Manchester United’s 22‑year‑old goalkeeper Radek Vitek, who impressed on loan at Bristol City, and are exploring loan or permanent options.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/middlesbrough-targets-manchester-united-goalkeeper-radek-vitek

### 2026-07-19: Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek seeks transfer after pre‑season appearance

Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek, 22, wants to leave for regular play, open to loan or permanent move, with interest from Hull City and Ipswich Town.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-goalkeeper-radek-vitek-seeks-transfer-after-preseason-appearance

### 2026-07-11: Celtic Pursues Manchester United Goalkeeper Radek Vitek

Celtic are monitoring Manchester United’s 22‑year‑old Czech goalkeeper Radek Vitek after his award‑winning loan at Bristol City, with potential competition from Hull City and Rangers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/celtic-pursues-manchester-united-goalkeeper-radek-vitek

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