Manchester United official: 39-year-old goalkeeper Tom Heaton renews his contract for one year

June 27th, Manchester United officially announced that it will renew its contract with 39-year-old goalkeeper Tom Heaton for one year.

Heaton is from Manchester United's youth training camp and is about to enter his 20th season of his career. After returning to his parent team in 2021, Heaton has been playing an important leadership role in the team. Heaton, who has experienced, has played three times for England during his career. During the 2024 European Cup, he was also recruited into the Three Lions to serve as an auxiliary goalkeeper and accompany the players to train.

Heaton said after the renewal: "I am very proud to continue to represent Manchester United. As a team, we are all excited about the new season. I am ready to support the team in every way, and we are preparing for the greatest honor to challenge."

Manchester United Football Director Jason Wilcox said: "Heaton's leadership and experience are very important to the team, so we are very happy that he will continue to be a member of the team next season."

"Heaton has an excellent mentality and training, which ensures that the team always stands up when it needs him and makes him a perfect addition to the Manchester United goalkeeper team."