Manchester United have decided to open talks with Tom Heaton over a new deal for one more season. Concrete discussions to follow for Heaton to stay as third goalkeeper until June 2026. The coaching staff pushed for this decision as they are delighted with his help to young players.

Team Talk reports on Tom Heaton's potential contract extension with Manchester United.

Tom Heaton, the veteran goalkeeper of Manchester United, was expected to leave the club as a free agent and possibly retire when his contract expires this summer. However, reports claim that Manchester United and Heaton could make a surprise U-turn by extending his stay through a new 12-month contract. The contract would keep him as the third-choice goalkeeper, providing stability among the goalkeepers amid an expected overhaul of the department. Heaton has entered negotiations over this new deal.

Talks are taking place to keep third-choice goalkeeper Tom Heaton at the club.