Erik ten hag is reportedly keen to offer man Utd 35 year old Jonny Evans contract extension but sir Jim Ratcliffe need to be convinced.
Evans was released by Leicester City, who faced relegation.
Manchester United subsequently secured his services on a one-year deal.
Ten Hag expresses a desire for the defender to continue at Old Trafford beyond 2024.
WHAT UNFOLDED?
The Northern Ireland international joined the Red Devils after parting ways with Leicester City post their relegation in the 2022-23 season. Initially training at Carrington, Evans impressed the manager sufficiently to secure a contract with his former team. His second stint has seen remarkable progress, showcasing not only his on-field prowess but also his role as a stabilizing influence in the dressing room. Evans has frequently been chosen over 2018 World Cup winner Raphael Varane, underscoring Ten Hag's confidence in the seasoned center-back.
As per the Daily Star, the Dutch strategist is poised to propose a one-year extension for Evans. The choice to prolong Evans' agreement holds substantial weight and may serve as a litmus test for Ten Hag's sway within United's higher ranks, particularly with the club's recent significant investor, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, in the mix. Ten Hag affirmed that Ratcliffe and INEOS are keen on partnering with him, and his declaration will encounter scrutiny in the upcoming months, particularly concerning Evans' future.
ARE YOU AWARE?
It is required that United consult INEOS' athletic brain trust, overseen by Sir David Brailsford, for all significant sporting choices, encompassing transfers and contracts, as the Premier League progresses in formalizing the new investor's integration after Ratcliffe acquired a 25 percent share in the club for an estimated $1.3 billion.
What next ?
Reportedly, United has opted against extending Raphael Varane's contract, potentially paving the way for Evans' extension. Nonetheless, the defender needs to maintain consistent performances to convince Ratcliffe, especially with a busy schedule of games in 2024. United is set to resume play on January 8 against Wigan Athletic in an FA Cup third-round match, followed by a clash with Tottenham in the Premier League on January 14.
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