FC Lorient goalkeeper Yvon Mvogo has disclosed that he rejected an offer from Manchester United during Erik ten Hag's tenure as he was keen to join a club with a higher chance of winning league titles. During Ten Hag's stint at Old Trafford, United managed to secure the League Cup and FA Cup. However, competing for the Premier League title proved to be a tougher task, ultimately leading to the Dutchman's departure.

One of the major hurdles was revamping United's goalkeeping squad. It soon became clear that David de Gea did not fit into Ten Hag's plans, and there was a noticeable lack of alternative options for sufficient back-up. In the summer of 2023, United splashed out £47.2million to bring in Andre Onana as De Gea's replacement. An additional £4.3m was spent on signing Altay Bayindir from Fenerbahce, but both transfers have not been successful.

Following a disappointing 2024/25 season, Onana was permitted to leave the club under Ruben Amorim last summer. The Cameroon international moved to Trabzonspor on loan for the season and has received much acclaim.

Amorim favoured Bayindir at the start of the current...