Injury to No2 Tom Heaton Leaves United Short at Goalkeeper
On the eve of the Premier League season, Manchester United is facing a major goalkeeper crisis. The injury to No2 Tom Heaton has ruled him out of the Red Devils' season opener against Wolves, leaving the club with limited options in goal.
Andre Onana the Sole Fit Senior Goalkeeper
With Heaton injured, it now means that Andre Onana is the only fit senior goalkeeper at the club. The absence of backup options leaves United vulnerable heading into the new season.
Call-Up for Under-21 Goalkeeper
United may need to call up Radek Vitek from the Under 21s to bolster their goalkeeping options. Vitek, who is just 19 years old, has had limited experience with the first team but may be called upon due to the crisis at hand.
Transfer Troubles for Dean Henderson
The transfer of Dean Henderson to Nottingham Forest has been delayed due to a thigh injury that he is still recovering from. This setback has added to Manchester United's goalkeeper woes.
Squad Changes and Sales
United has already sold Nathan Bishop to Sunderland and saw David de Gea leave the club on a free transfer earlier this summer. In addition, goalkeeper Matej Kovar is set to leave the club for Bayer Leverkusen in an £8 million transfer.
New Goalkeeper Target
While dealing with their current goalkeeper crisis, United is also reportedly interested in Fenerbahce's Altay Bayindir as a potential new goalkeeper option.
As the new Premier League season approaches, Manchester United is facing a significant goalkeeper crisis. With injuries and departures affecting their goalkeeper options, the club may need to rely on inexperienced and young players to fill the void. The transfer troubles of Dean Henderson add to the uncertainty surrounding United's goalkeeping situation. Only time will tell if they can find a solution before the start of the season.
