Man United to announce defender deal soon after Evans agreement – sources
Jonny Evans has agreed a new one-year contract at Man United, sources have told Football Insider.
It is believed an announcement on the 36-year-old’s future is imminent with his current deal set to expire at the end of this month.
Contract talks between United and the veteran defender have been positive and all signs now point to a renewal.
Evans was a surprise signing for the Red Devils last summer (2023) but played a key role after a wave of defensive injuries.
A well-placed source has told Football Insider that manager Erik ten Hag is a “huge fan” of the Northern Irishman and has given the green light to what is an unexpected extension given the player’s age.
Evans agrees new Man United deal – Ten Hag is a ‘huge fan’
One of the first tasks for Ten Hag after confirming he will stay on as boss at Old Trafford will be to tie Evans down to a renewed contract – with his role in the dressing room believed to be a key factor in the decision.
The centre-back made 30 appearances in the 2023-24 campaign, starting in 17 of those outings.
Evans came through the academy system at United and made 198 appearances in his first spell at the club before leaving for West Brom in 2015.
Ten Hag and his recruitment staff are looking to strengthen elsewhere in defensive areas with Raphael Varane departing this month.
Football Insider revealed on Monday (17 June) that Man United are planning to submit a new offer for Everton star Jarrad Branthwaite this week.
An initial bid of around £35million plus add-ons was rejected by Everton, who are holding out for a valuation of around £80million for the 21-year-old.
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