Manchester United announcement hints at one transfer this summer

Manchester United issued their end-of-season retained list on Monday, confirming they are locked in talks with veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton over a new contract.

The vastly experienced shot-stopper, 39, had been weighing up his future with his existing deal due to expire at the end of this month, but United's decision to attempt to retain him means he could remain at Old Trafford beyond his 40th birthday.

Despite not making a competitive appearance for United in more than two years, Heaton remains a valued member of the dressing room. It is understood he is open to staying at the club for another year.

The former Burnley and Cardiff City goalkeeper returned to United for a second spell in July 2021, signing a two-year contract. At that juncture, he joined a goalkeeping pool that already consisted of David de Gea, Dean Henderson and Lee Grant.

Since then, the landscape of United's goalkeeping department has changed somewhat, but Heaton has remained an ever-present figure within it. He is a popular member of the squad and has been part of the leadership group.

During Heaton's second stint at the club, De Gea has been replaced by Andre Onana as United's No.1 and Altay Bayindir has occupied second place in the pecking order since arriving from Fenerbahce at the end of the 2023 summer transfer window.

Despite having their respective moments in the spotlight, neither of them have been convincing enough to retain their roles without any questions being asked of them.

That is why United, as reported by the Manchester Evening News back in January, are expected to try and recruit a new goalkeeper this summer.

Head coach Ruben Amorim wants to sign a goalkeeper who can challenge and push Onana for the No.1 spot.

Despite Bayindir's