Matej
Biography
Manchester United's major summer signing of the 2018 January transfer window was Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal, of course, but there was a second arrival at Old Trafford.
Teenager Matej Kovar joined from FC Slovacko following a successful trial, and did not require a work permit due to his EU status. The Czech Republic youth international competed for the gloves at Under-18 level and even made his Under-23s debut at Old Trafford in the draw with Everton. Kovar had a successful run of games in the youth team between February and the end of that season, which culminated in United winning the Under-18 Premier League North title. The young Czech was pushed into the Under-23s squad and made 19 appearances at that level, as well as keeping goal in the UEFA Youth League.
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Position
Goalkeeper
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Country
Czech Republic
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Date of birth
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Joined
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Under-23s win after dramatic finale Article
Dylan Levitt's goal and Matej Kovar's penalty save secure three more points for Neil Wood's league leaders.
Confirmed: United's Europa League squad Article
The club has clarified which players are eligible for our upcoming European games.
Youngsters in international action Article
A number of Academy players are away from the Aon Training Complex, representing their countries.
Under-23s emulating their idols Article
United's youngsters explain why they will be inspired by playing at Old Trafford on Friday night.
U23s: United 1 Newcastle 4 Article
The Reds endure a difficult Friday night at Leigh, slipping to a second successive defeat in Premier League 2.
Allow us to introduce United's Czech mates Article
Alex Fojticek and Matej Kovar, the two goalkeepers from Slovakia and Czech Republic, enjoy the friendliest of rivalries.
United snap up young Czech goalkeeper Article
Find out more about hot prospect Matej Kovar, who will join the club subject to international clearance.