Man Utd Fans Shocked to Discover £17m Goalkeeper Target Was Signed by the Club 10 Years Ago
Manchester United fans have been left stunned after realising that one of the club’s current summer transfer targets — Vanja Milinković-Savić — was actually signed by the Red Devils a decade ago.
The 28-year-old Serbian international, now reportedly valued at £17 million, has emerged as a potential solution to United’s goalkeeping concerns following André Onana’s inconsistent form this season. According to Fabrizio Romano, initial contact has already been made with Milinković-Savić’s representatives, with the Lazio goalkeeper featuring prominently on manager Rúben Amorim’s wishlist.
However, what has truly surprised fans is the revelation that Milinković-Savić was already on United’s books back in 2014. The then-17-year-old was signed from Serbian club Vojvodina, but due to work permit issues and development strategy, he never made a first-team appearance and was sold two years later.
“How did we forget this?” one fan posted on X, formerly Twitter. “He’s been doing well at Lazio and now he might come full circle.”
Milinković-Savić has matured significantly since his brief stint at United. Standing at 6’8″, he’s known for his commanding presence in the box and solid shot-stopping ability, helping Lazio maintain one of Serie A’s tighter defences.
Onana, who joined United from Inter Milan for £47.2 million, has had a turbulent debut season, with several high-profile errors drawing criticism from fans and pundits alike. Amorim is reportedly open to competition — or even a replacement — between the posts as part of a broader summer rebuild.
The potential return of Milinković-Savić would not only offer a cost-effective alternative but also add a layer of nostalgia for those familiar with the club’s transfer archives.
As the summer window approaches, United fans will be watching closely to see if this forgotten former signing gets a second chance to make his mark at Old Trafford.
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