A Manchester United player reportedly overlooked by Erik ten Hag is seeking an exit, which might lead to a reassessment of the club’s January transfer plans.

A Manchester United player reportedly overlooked by Erik ten Hag may be on the move during the January transfer window, according to reports.

The upcoming window offers clubs an opportunity to strengthen mid-season, though United, having recently appointed Ruben Amorim as manager, are not expected to make major moves. However, the Daily Mail suggests the club might address their goalkeeping situation if backup keeper Altay Bayindir departs.

Bayindir, who made over 100 appearances for his previous club, is said to be seeking regular first-team football. He was linked to Celtic last summer before they opted for Kasper Schmeichel. While United would prefer to keep him until the summer, they are exploring alternatives if he pushes for a January exit.

Tom Heaton, the club’s third-choice keeper, will turn 39 next year, prompting United to consider younger options. One candidate is Sunderland’s 24-year-old goalkeeper Anthony Patterson. Bayindir has made just one FA Cup appearance last season and featured twice in the Carabao Cup this term.

Reports from Football Insider claim that Bayindir was not greeted by Ten Hag immediately upon joining United, with no interaction between them during his first two weeks. Instead, Bayindir worked solely with the club’s goalkeeping coaches.

United face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday in a key Premier League clash.