Middlesbrough have opened talks with Manchester United over the potential signing of goalkeeper Radek Vitek. The Championship side are eyeing up reinforcements after a difficult end to last season.
What’s happening with the transfer?
Sources close to the club confirm Middlesbrough have held initial discussions with United regarding Vitek. The 24-year-old stopper has been on United’s radar for months but has yet to make a first-team appearance. Middlesbrough, who finished fifth in the Championship last season with 80 points from 46 games, are searching for a reliable option between the posts.
Why does Middlesbrough need a new goalkeeper?
Vitek’s arrival would address a clear need for Tony Pulis’s side. Middlesbrough conceded 47 goals last season and shipped seven in their final three games, including a 1-0 loss to Hull City on May 23, 2026. Their recent run of zero wins and four defeats in five matches has left them 15 points behind league leaders Coventry and desperate for defensive stability.
What comes next for Vitek?
The talks remain at an early stage, with no guarantee of a deal. United have not yet indicated they are open to selling, while Middlesbrough continue to assess their options. A move would hinge on Vitek’s wage demands and United’s valuation, with the transfer window still open. Pulis’s side kick off their new campaign with a squad that has shipped 47 goals last season and needs to tighten up fast.
