Tom Heaton signs one-year contract extension with Manchester United
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:35 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Manchester United has confirmed that goalkeeper Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension as of June 4, 2026. The 40-year-old will continue in his role as a leadership figure within the team, despite having made only three appearances since his return to the club in 2021. Heaton expressed pride in continuing to represent the club and emphasized the ambition he feels from the organization. His experience is seen as vital in supporting younger players like Senne Lammens, who has taken over as the primary goalkeeper. Heaton's previous contract was set to expire this month, but the renewal secures his position for another year.
- •Heaton extends contract through June 2027
- •He has made only three appearances since 2021
- •He plays a vital leadership role in the squad
- •Supports goalkeeper Senne Lammens in his first Premier League season
- •Heaton is returning for his 21st professional season
- 6:35 AMYahoo Sports — Tom Heaton: Man United veteran gives thoughts on club’s future
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Tom Heaton: Man United confirm one-year contract extension
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — 'Huge honour' - Heaton signs new deal
"Tom Heaton has extended his Manchester United contract for a further year and says he can "feel the determination and ambition of everyone throughout the club to keep pushing for success". The club said Heaton, who will enter 21st season in professional football, will continue "playing an important leadership role in the dressing room". Heaton, 40, came through the ranks at United but returned to the club after over a decade elsewhere in 2021.
"Manchester United have confirmed that veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension.Dressing Room LeaderDespite the fact that the 40-year-old shot-stopper has only played thre...
"Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton has secured his future at the club for one more season.New dealThe 40-year-old keeper is Manchester United’s number three goalkeeper but plays an integral rol...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 6:35 AMTom Heaton: Man United veteran gives thoughts on club’s future
Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton has secured his future at the club for one more season.New dealThe 40-year-old keeper is Manchester United’s number three goalkeeper but plays an integral rol...
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 12:40 PMTom Heaton: Man United confirm one-year contract extension
Manchester United have confirmed that veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension.Dressing Room LeaderDespite the fact that the 40-year-old shot-stopper has only played thre...
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 12:37 PM'Huge honour' - Heaton signs new deal
Tom Heaton has extended his Manchester United contract for a further year and says he can "feel the determination and ambition of everyone throughout the club to keep pushing for success". The club said Heaton, who will enter 21st season in professional football, will continue "playing an important leadership role in the dressing room". Heaton, 40, came through the ranks at United but returned to the club after over a decade elsewhere in 2021.
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