Manchester United’s Turkish shot-stopper, Altay Bayindir, might finally get his debut this weekend following Cameroon’s victory in the Africa Cup of Nations last night.
After months of watching Andre Onana dominate the goalkeeping position, a dramatic twist in the Africa Cup of Nations could pave the way for Bayindir’s long-awaited debut.
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Onana’s late inclusion in the Cameroon squad initially dashed Bayindir’s hopes for FA Cup and Premier League appearances.
However, Cameroon’s rollercoaster AFCON journey has thrown the door back open. Facing elimination after their second group game, the defending champions pulled off a 2-1 comeback against Gambia, securing a last-minute ticket to the knockout stages.
But the drama doesn’t end there. Onana, surprisingly dropped for the crucial match, might find himself benched again upon his return. Whispers of “disciplinary reasons” echo from the Cameroon camp, eerily similar to his World Cup sending-off.
For Bayindir, this unfolding saga presents a golden opportunity. With United facing Newport in the FA Cup, Erik ten Hag might finally hand him the gloves.
Should Onana’s situation remain unresolved, Bayindir could even find himself starting against Wolves in the Premier League next week.
Bayindir could end up playing for the next few games as the AFCON runs until February 11. If Cameroon make it to the final the Turkish international could Wolves, West Ham and Aston Villa
