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The National (Scotland)
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Ryan McGinlay

Premier League star 'ready' for next move amid Celtic transfer speculation

Radek Vitek (Image: Shutterstock)

Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek is ready to leave Old Trafford this summer.

He has stirred interest from clubs, including Celtic. This follows his successful loan spell at Bristol City last season, where he won three Player of the Year awards.

The Czech stopper wants a permanent move for regular first-team football. Clubs like Celtic are eyeing Vitek as they consider their goalkeeping options.

His youth and availability fit their recruitment model. After playing in United's pre-season match against Wrexham, Vitek expressed his desire for a new challenge.


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Vitek said: "I'm ready to go somewhere again and hopefully be number one. There have been a few interests on the table.

"We're hoping to choose the best one and hopefully it will happen soon."

The goalkeeper, who also impressed during previous spells at Accrington Stanley and in Austria, reiterated that regular football remains his priority heading into the new campaign. He said: "My mind is the same.

"I want to play every week and that’s the goal for next season."

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