Tom Heaton to stay at Man Utd for a further season
Tom Heaton is expected to sign a new contract with Manchester United, extending his stay for another season. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, who has made only three appearances since returning to the club, is valued for his leadership in the locker room. His contract extension will also help meet the homegrown player quota for the upcoming Champions League season.
- ▪Tom Heaton is a backup goalkeeper for Manchester United.
- ▪Heaton is expected to sign a one-year contract extension with the club.
- ▪He has made only three appearances since returning to Manchester United after spells with Cardiff City, Burnley, and Aston Villa.
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| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tom-heaton-stay-man-utd-092000539.html |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 09:20:00 +0000 |
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