Sometimes, football circles back.
Vanja Milinkovic-Savic first wore Manchester United red in 2014. No caps. No glory. Forgotten—until now.
Over a decade later, United are back. And this time, they mean business. According to Fabrizio Romano, the club has opened talks with Torino for the 6ft 8in Serbian giant as part of a summer rebuild in goal.
Andre Onana, signed to fanfare from Inter Milan, has faltered. His shot-stopping has raised eyebrows more than hands. Altay Bayindir? Still unconvincing. Conceding four goals each to Brentford and Newcastle hasn’t helped.
Enter Vanja—older, better, ruthless.
• 18 clean sheets last term
• 11 already this season
• 77% save rate
• 4 of 5 penalties saved
He doesn’t just save. He intimidates. A towering wall forged in the cauldron of Italian football.
And there’s more history. He’s the younger brother of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic—the midfielder United chased for years. It was never to be. But Vanja? That chapter could yet be rewritten.
Matteo Moretto confirms he won’t renew his contract with Torino. He’s ready for the next step. United? They’re watching, waiting.
Vanja’s return wouldn’t just be practical—it would be poetic. A chance at redemption. A fresh beginning.
And this time, maybe it sticks.