Manchester United Keeper Radek Vitek Joins Bristol City on Season Loan

Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek has joined Bristol City on a season-long loan for the 2025/26 Championship campaign, with a January recall option for United. The 21-year-old Czech international has previously gained valuable experience on loan at Accrington Stanley and Austrian Bundesliga club FC Blau-Weiss Linz, where he helped achieve the club's highest-ever league finish. Vitek recently signed a new contract with Manchester United until 2028, reflecting the club's high regard for his potential. Bristol City secured his services partly due to their first-choice goalkeeper Max O'Leary facing a long-term injury layoff, making Vitek a key addition to the squad. Both Vitek and Bristol City's Technical Director Brian Tinnion expressed optimism about the loan, highlighting the opportunity for the young goalkeeper to get more game time and contribute to the team's ambitions. Bristol City finished sixth in the previous season and will start their campaign away to Sheffield United on August 9, with Vitek expected to provide important depth in goal.