New Delhi, July 14 -- Manchester United have strengthened their goalkeeping options by signing Welsh international Karl Darlow on a two-year deal with an option for a further season. The 35-year-old joins as a free agent after his contract at Leeds United expired this summer. The move is widely expected to clear the path for Turkey goalkeeper Altay Bayindir to leave Old Trafford, following his near-move to Besiktas in January.

Karl Darlow rejected a new contract offer from Leeds to pursue a fresh challenge at one of English football's biggest clubs. Leeds confirmed the departure in a short statement that extended best wishes to the player without naming Manchester United.

"Leeds United can confirm Karl Darlow has left the club upon the ...