Manchester United have confirmed one of their stars has signed a contract extension as he admits it’s a “huge honour”
One Manchester United star has put pen-to-paper on a new contract as he hails a “huge honour”.
Tom Heaton, 40, came through the Red Devils’ youth academy but left the club in 2019 in search of first-team football. However, Heaton would find himself back at Old Trafford in 2021 – where he has remained as a back-up goalkeeper.
Speaking after signing the contract, Heaton said: “It is a huge honour to continue to represent Manchester United. You can feel the determination and ambition of everyone throughout the club to keep pushing for success.
“I am really excited to play my role in driving us forward and helping the group to compete for the biggest honours.”
While Jason Wilcox, Manchester United’s director of football, said: “We are delighted that Tom is continuing for another year. Everyone is well aware of the importance of his leadership and professionalism within the group.
“Tom has played a key role in helping to support Senne [Lammens] throughout his first season in the Premier League; his constant dedication and mentality set a fantastic standard for our goalkeeping group.”
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