Goalkeeping concern at Manchester United

Manchester United face questions over goalkeeping depth after Gary Neville criticized Altay Bayindir following a mistake against Arsenal.

Goalkeeping concern follows Neville criticism at United

Altay Bayindir misjudged a corner against Arsenal, allowing Riccardo Calafiori to score from close range. The mistake adds to a pattern from last season and comes as Andre Onana recovers from a hamstring injury that kept him out of pre season. Bayindir started because Onana was not fully fit, leaving United with questions about depth at goalkeeper.

Amorim explained that Onana's return from injury forced him to balance options between Bayindir and Tom Heaton in pre season. Gary Neville weighed in on Sky Sports, stating United need a stronger presence from the keeper. The incident increases pressure on the club to decide quickly whether to reinforce the position before the transfer window closes.

The flare around Bayindir highlights a wider question about United's depth in a key position. Relying on a backup keeper during a stretch of fixtures could heighten the risk of more costly mistakes.

It also shows how a club's transfer strategy and coaching trust are tested by public scrutiny. If the club wants stability, it may need to weigh a concrete move for a proven number two in the next window. The situation underscores how public scrutiny can shape decisions long before players prove themselves over a full season.

Highlights

The road ahead will test United's squad planning and patience in equal measure.