January 28th 2024.
Erik ten Hag shared his satisfaction with Altay Bayindir's debut performance for Manchester United. The manager also provided an update on the return of fellow goalkeeper Andre Onana. Bayindir, who joined Old Trafford this summer from Fenerbahce, made his first appearance for the Red Devils in their 4-2 win over Newport on Sunday. This opportunity came as No.1 goalkeeper Onana was unavailable due to his commitment to the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon.
After the FA Cup victory against Newport, Ten Hag expressed his thoughts on Bayindir's debut by saying, "I believe it was a composed debut from Bayindir. He made some good saves and showed a great level of composure. Overall, I think he can be pleased with his performance. I was personally happy with how he played." The manager also confirmed that Onana will return for their match against Wolves in the Premier League on Thursday. He added, "For the first time since I became manager, I have the luxury of choosing a team from a squad that is probably the strongest we have here."
Reflecting on his debut for United, Bayindir shared his excitement by saying, "Playing my first game for this club feels amazing. It's the biggest club in the world and I feel very special to be a part of it. It's also a proud moment for me to be the first Turkish player to play for Man Utd." When asked about his future plans and desire to play more games, Bayindir replied, "Of course, I want to play more games. The manager will give me chances and I am grateful for that. I also want to thank the fans for their constant support in every game. It means a lot to me."
In the meantime, Onana faced criticism for allegedly causing a rift between Cameroon fans and his international teammates during AFCON. However, the team was knocked out by Nigeria on Saturday.
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