Man United signal back-up goalkeeper from Premier League rivals

have signed veteran goalkeeper on a free switch from rivals .

The 35-year-old Wales worldwide turned down a brand new deal at Elland Highway, as an alternative signing a two-year contract with an possibility for an extra 12 months at , the place he’ll function ’ back-up.

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Darlow expressed his pleasure within the transfer, stating: “I’m extraordinarily proud to signal for Manchester United. I’m becoming a member of a wonderful group of goalkeepers and I’m actually trying ahead to all pushing one another to make sure that we keep the very best requirements, which this membership calls for.

“This can be a actually particular alternative; everybody can see what an thrilling time it’s for the membership and I can’t wait to play my half in supporting my group mates and serving to to drive the group forwards.”

Darlow is ready to be Senne Lammens’ understudy (Reuters)

Darlow’s arrival comes as Lammens’ present back-up Altay Bayindir is predicted to go away United, having been linked with a return to his native Turkey. United additionally opted to ship again out on mortgage to Turkish facet Trabzonspor earlier this month. Veteran , 40, signed a brand new one-year deal earlier this summer time.

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Darlow joined Leeds forward of the 2023-24 season, making 38 appearances for the Whites, 22 of them within the Premier League.

A Leeds assertion stated: “Thanks Karl in your devoted service to Leeds, we want you and your loved ones the very best for the longer term.”

Darlow, who has 15 worldwide caps to his identify, additionally has earlier Premier League expertise from taking part in for Newcastle within the high flight.

He arrives at Previous Trafford simply sooner or later after United confirmed the £48 signing of midfielder . The Pink Devils are additionally closing in on finishing a transfer for midfielder after activating his launch clause.

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Michael Carrick is eager to bolster his midfield choices following the departure of on the finish of final season, whereas can also be set for an prolonged spell on the sidelines after struggling a severe knee harm whereas taking part in for on the World Cup.

United will start their Premier League marketing campaign by going through newly-promoted Hull Metropolis on 22 August.

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