Man Utd confirm deal as Ruben Amorim's squad continues to take shape

Ruben Amorim's squad is taking shape.

Manchester United have confirmed that Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2026. The veteran goalkeeper, who graduated from United's academy, will remain in Ruben Amorim's squad next season as summer business continues at Old Trafford. Heaton's deal was set to expire on July 1 alongside Jonny Evans, Victor Lindelof and Christian Eriksen. However, the 39-year-old will continue as United's third goalkeeper beyond the summer, likely behind Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

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The 2025/26 season will be his 20th as a professional footballer, two decades after making his senior debut in 2005. Reacting to the announcement, Heaton said: "I am extremely proud to continue to represent Manchester United. As a group, we are all really excited for the season ahead. “I am ready to support the team in every capacity as we prepare to get back to challenging for the biggest honours.” Jason Wilcox, United's director of football, added: “Tom’s leadership and experience are really important for the group, so we’re pleased that he will be part of the squad again next season. “Tom’s mentality and excellent preparation to ensure that he is always ready to perform when called upon makes him the perfect complement to our goalkeeping group.”

Tom Heaton has made three Man Utd appearances.

Heaton represents one of the primary leadership figures in Amorim's dressing room amid a mammoth rebuild. He returned to Manchester from Aston Villa in 2021 and has made three appearances for United since. Heaton made his long-awaited debut for the Red Devils in August 2021, replacing Dean Henderson for the final 20 minutes of a 1-1 Champions League draw with BSC Young Boys. The Chester-born stopper later kept clean sheets in a 3-0 win against Charlton Athletic and a 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on the path to Carabao Cup glory in the 2022/23 season. For the latest breaking stories and headlines, sign up to our Daily Express MUFC newsletter, or join our WhatsApp community here.

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