What Man United sources are saying about Altay Bayindir after claims he could be about to join Celtic

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Celtic have today been linked with a swoop for Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir amid their search for a new goalkeeper.

The Turkey international has made just one appearance for the Red Devils this campaign against Newport County in the FA Cup fourth round after joining from Fenerbache last summer [Transfermarkt].

Earlier, reports from his homeland emerged claiming Celtic are planning to offer the 26-year-old a four-year deal at Parkhead amid his search for increased game time, making him the latest potential option to replace retired icon Joe Hart.

Despite the transfer window still being closed, speculation continues regarding who the Hoops could identify as their new number one.

Now, fresh information has come to light regarding what Manchester United sources are saying after Bayindir was mooted as a prospective arrival at the Scottish Premiership champions.

Fresh update emerges on Altay Bayindir to Celtic speculation

Taking to social media platform X, Daily Mail journalist Chris Wheeler has responded to claims Celtic could swoop for Bayindir this summer, stating that Manchester United sources deny speculation that he could be headed to Parkhead.

The reporter stated: “Man Utd sources deny speculation in Turkey that goalkeeper Altay Bayindir is set to join Celtic. Bayindir has a decision to make this summer over whether he wants to stay as No.2 to Andre Onana after only playing once for Utd last season.”

Bayindir has an exciting profile that would tick several boxes from a Celtic perspective, given his size, pedigree and potential sell-on value down the line.

Nevertheless, this rumour looks to have fallen flat on its face not long after entering the public domain, leaving Rodgers and company searching for an alternative.

Either way, Celtic will have done their due diligence on targets to succeed Hart before the new campaign gets underway.

Although an unenviable task due to his presence between the sticks, there are plenty of compelling options out there for the Bhoys to choose from.