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Manchester United are reportedly set to offer veteran shot-stopper Tom Heaton a contract before the expiration of his current deal this June.
Heaton, 39, has cemented himself as a reliable third-choice goalkeeper at the Red Devils since arriving on a free transfer in 2021. He has featured in only three appearances across all competitions for his team, keeping three clean sheets in the process.
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Now, according to acclaimed transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, Ruben Amorim's team want Heaton to stay at the club. They have opened talks with the player, who is deemed key for integration of young stars, over a contract renewal until June 2026.
Heaton, who is a Manchester United academy product, has played in 116 Premier League matches so far. The Englishman has registered 29 clean sheets and conceded 167 goals in the Premier League.
Apart from making 185 EFL Championship appearances, the goalkeeper has also featured in 20 EFL Cup outings and 10 FA Cup matches. He has also registered one shutout in one UEFA Champions League game.
Paul Scholes backs Manchester United to beat Tottenham Hotspur in UEFA Europa League final
Speaking to TNT Sports, Manchester United icon Paul Scholes backed his former team to win the 2025 UEFA Europa League summit clash against Tottenham Hotsur. He said on TNT Sports (h/t Metro):
"I'm not saying Manchester United will definitely win it but history tells me they've got a great chance. We know Spurs have beat them three times this season and they're a really good team. I like Tottenham. If they watch that first 70 minutes [of United's second leg against Bilbao], Spurs will think they've got a good chance."
Scholes, who helped the Red Devils lift 26 trophies as a player, added:
"But I just think about the history of this club. It's almost like Real Madrid at times, they can not play well and still win cups. I just feel the odds are slightly in United's favour. But I do think Spurs are a good side on their day. I just think the history and the experience of the club will get them over the line. I really like Ange and think he's got a good team but I just favour United."
While the Red Devils defeated Athletic Club 7-1 on aggregate in the last-four stage, Spurs beat Bodo/Glimt 5-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals.
Ruben Amorim's outfit will face Spurs in Bilbao on Wednesday (May 21).
